Husband Hid Millions Under Manhole, Wife Allegedly Emptied Vault
Translated & summarized from Maariv by baba
A husband alleges his wife discovered and emptied a secret vault containing millions of shekels, which he had hidden for seven years under their villa, disguised by a manhole cover. The wife denies any knowledge of the vault. After legal proceedings, a bank vault rented by the wife was opened in front of both parties but was found to be empty. The couple has been referred to mediation due to a lack of evidence.
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- A husband claims his wife emptied a secret vault containing millions of shekels hidden under their home.
- The vault's entrance was allegedly disguised by a manhole cover for seven years.
- The wife denies any knowledge of the vault's existence.
- A bank vault rented by the wife was opened but found to be completely empty.
- The couple has been directed to mediation due to a lack of evidence.
A husband claims his wife discovered and emptied a secret vault containing millions of shekels, which he had hidden for seven years beneath their villa, disguised by a manhole cover. The couple has been married for 30 years.
The husband, a doctor, reportedly built the underground vault without his wife's knowledge, believing it was a secure place to store valuables and maintain peace of mind. He asserts that his wife found the hidden entrance while he was abroad and removed the contents.
However, the wife denies any knowledge of the vault, stating, "There is no vault, there was no vault, and if there was, I didn't know about it." She also reportedly refused a polygraph test, citing anxiety.
The husband hired a private investigator who allegedly located a bank vault rented by his wife. He petitioned the court for a צו (order) to open it in front of both parties or to prevent her exclusive access. The court ruled the vault would be opened with both present.
Upon opening, the husband was reportedly disappointed to find the vault completely empty. His lawyer advised him to admit to the vault's existence, claiming its purpose was to protect against burglars, and to demand half the value of the alleged contents. However, without conclusive evidence of the underground vault or its contents, and with the wife's continued denial, the couple has been directed to mediation.