Police Internal Affairs Investigates Violence at Haredi Protest
Translated & summarized from Arutz Sheva by baba
Israel's Police Internal Investigations Department (Mahash) is investigating police actions during a Haredi protest near Bnei Brak, where dozens were reportedly injured. The protest against the arrest of yeshiva students led to clashes involving stun grenades and batons. Videos of police force sparked public criticism, prompting Mahash to collect testimonies. Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has also petitioned the High Court of Justice regarding the incident.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Mahash is investigating police use of force during a Haredi protest near Bnei Brak.
- Dozens of protesters claim injuries from police dispersal tactics, including stun grenades and batons.
- Videos of the incident have led to widespread public criticism of police conduct.
- Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has filed a petition with the High Court of Justice concerning the protest.
- The protest was held against the arrest of yeshiva students over conscription issues.
The Police Internal Investigations Department (Mahash) has opened an investigation into allegations of excessive force used by police during the dispersal of a Haredi protest near Bnei Brak last Thursday. Mahash has begun collecting testimonies from dozens of individuals who claim to have been injured during the event. The protest, which was held against the arrest of yeshiva students due to the conscription issue, escalated into a confrontation near Highway 4. Police declared the gathering illegal and proceeded to disperse the crowd using stun grenades, batons, and a water cannon. The clashes led to the closure of Highway 4 in both directions and caused significant traffic congestion in Bnei Brak and Petah Tikva. Following the distribution of videos showing police using physical force against protesters, public criticism mounted. The injured protesters, with legal assistance from "The Fund to Combat the Conscription Decree," have filed individual complaints with Mahash in Tel Aviv. The investigation is proceeding rapidly, with Mahash summoning injured individuals for detailed testimony shortly after their complaints were filed. Concurrently, Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir has filed a petition with the High Court of Justice (Bagatz), leveling serious accusations against the Police Commissioner and alleging that commanders ordered intentional violence against the protesters. Official responses indicate these claims are part of a legal proceeding with no established findings yet. "The Fund to Combat the Conscription Decree" stated its intention to pursue all legal avenues to hold officers who acted improperly accountable, expecting Mahash to conclude its investigation promptly.
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