Police Solve Triple Murder of Cousins in Northern Israel

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Israeli police announced Thursday they have solved the triple murder of brothers Zain and Qassem Odeh and their cousin Yahya Bassimi in Jatt on September 13, 2026. The victims were shot and their car set ablaze. One suspect was arrested on October 8, 2026, with indictments pending, and three other suspects are currently fugitives.

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Police have solved the triple murder of brothers Zain and Qassem Odeh and their cousin Yahya Bassimi in Jatt.
The victims were shot and their vehicle set on fire on September 13, 2026.
One suspect was arrested on October 8, 2026, and faces indictment.
Three additional suspects are known to police but remain at large.
Yahya Bassimi was from the village of Jaljulia.

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Israeli police announced Thursday they have solved the triple homicide of three young men in the town of Jatt, located in the "Triangle" region of central Israel, on September 13, 2026. The victims were identified as brothers Zain and Qassem Odeh, and their cousin Yahya Bassimi, who hailed from the village of Jaljulia.

According to police, the three were shot and killed around 2:50 AM. Their bodies were then placed in a vehicle, which was subsequently set on fire. The investigation involved the "Yahal" unit, which led to the arrest of a Jatt resident on October 8, 2026, on suspicion of involvement in the crime.

After approximately 30 days of investigation, sufficient evidence was gathered to file a statement of indictment against the suspect, paving the way for formal charges. Police also revealed that evidence has been collected against three additional suspects. While their identities are known, they are currently at large.