Police Arrest Suspect in Arson Attempt at Haifa Japnika Branch
Israeli police have arrested a 28-year-old resident of Kiryat Ata on suspicion of attempting to set fire to a Japnika Asian food chain branch in Haifa. The incident occurred last week at the Japnika location in the Carmel Center area of Haifa. Following the report, Carmel District police launched an investigation using advanced methods that led to identifying the suspect.
Detectives from the Carmel District Crime Fighting Unit detained the suspect yesterday for questioning, after which he was remanded in custody. The Haifa court extended his detention until Monday, July 20, 2026, at the police's request. This case is part of ongoing incidents involving damage to Japnika branches owned by Barak Abramov.
The police statement emphasized the investigative efforts and the swift arrest, signaling continued vigilance against such criminal acts targeting local businesses.
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