Four-Year-Old Yuval Kogen Found After Day-Long Search in Ashkelon Beach Area

After a full day of intensive searching, four-year-old Yuval Kogen was located following his disappearance near Hof Hofit beach in Ashkelon. The search began yesterday when Yuval went missing, prompting a large-scale operation involving hundreds of police officers and volunteers who scoured the city from morning into the night. The search efforts included aerial, maritime, and ground units utilizing advanced technological tools and rescue teams to locate the child.

Upon receiving the initial report, helicopters, the marine police unit, divers, the municipal rescue unit, and emergency services were immediately deployed to the area. The search concentrated along the coastline and adjacent areas to ensure thorough coverage. The coordinated operation ultimately succeeded in finding Yuval after nearly 24 hours of continuous efforts.