Bat Yam Man Arrested With Grenade Suspected in Store Arson Attempts
Translated & summarized from Hamal by baba
Police in Bat Yam arrested a 22-year-old man on October 20, 2026, for attempted and successful arson at a store on August 8 and 9. A hand grenade modified into an explosive device was found in his home. An indictment is expected soon.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- A 22-year-old Bat Yam resident was arrested on October 20, 2026, for arson attempts.
- The suspect is accused of attempted and successful arson at a store on Balfour Street.
- A hand grenade converted into an explosive device was found in the suspect's home.
- Bomb disposal experts secured the explosive device found during the search.
- Prosecutors intend to indict the suspect and seek his detention until trial.
Police in Bat Yam arrested a 22-year-old resident on October 20, 2026, in connection with two incidents at a local store on Balfour Street. The incidents, reported on August 8 and 9, 2026, involved an attempted arson and a successful arson that caused property damage. Following the reports, officers from the Bat Yam station initiated an investigation, gathering evidence and witness testimonies. The investigation led to the identification and subsequent arrest of the suspect. During a search of the suspect's home, officers discovered a hand grenade modified into an explosive device, which was allegedly possessed illegally. Bomb disposal technicians from the Tel Aviv district were called to the scene to safely handle and seize the item. With sufficient evidence gathered, prosecutors have filed a statement of intent to indict the suspect, and an indictment along with a request for his continued detention until the proceedings conclude is expected in the coming days.