Yavne Resident Arrested for Assaulting Senior City Official During Council Meeting

A man in his 40s from Yavne was arrested after allegedly assaulting a senior city official during a city council meeting held last night. According to police, the suspect disrupted the meeting and, after being asked to stop, physically attacked the official, causing minor facial injuries. The incident was captured in the final seconds of the municipality's live broadcast. Police officers from the Yavne station in the Central District responded promptly, arrested the suspect at the scene, and conducted an initial investigation before detaining him for further questioning. Authorities stated they will request an extension of the suspect's detention based on the investigation's needs and evidence collected. The Central District police emphasized their commitment to combating violence to ensure public safety and order.