Teacher at Prestigious Tel Aviv High School Suspected of Raping 12-Year-Old Student

Mohammad Al-Naqib, a 27-year-old resident of Lod and former teacher at a prestigious high school in the Tel Aviv metropolitan area, is suspected of raping a 12-year-old student. The Tel Aviv Magistrate's Court authorized the publication of his name on Friday. Authorities say Al-Naqib maintained contact with the girl during his tenure at the school, which escalated into an illegal sexual relationship. Police are investigating whether he abused other minors and hope that publishing his name will encourage additional victims to come forward.

The inappropriate relationship was uncovered accidentally by the girl's family, who found explicit messages on her phone. After reporting to the police, investigators found sexually explicit conversations between Al-Naqib and the girl, including harsh sexual language from the teacher. Initially, Al-Naqib denied any meetings or misconduct but later admitted to a sexual relationship and at least two encounters at Tel Aviv's beach where the abuse allegedly occurred. The court extended his detention by five days.

Al-Naqib's lawyer, Rotem Seri, described him as a normal teacher and emphasized that the investigation is in early stages with disputed facts and claims of rights violations during questioning. The high school administration sent a letter to parents expressing shock and assuring cooperation with authorities. The school stressed the importance of student safety and announced consultations with education and municipal authorities to determine appropriate responses.

The school counselor addressed students, urging them to avoid spreading rumors or unverified information on social media and to respect the privacy of those involved. The counselor emphasized the responsibility of the school community to act carefully and responsibly during this sensitive time.