Jerusalem Police Arrest Taxi Driver Who Drove 20 Years Without License

Police in Jerusalem recently arrested a 42-year-old taxi driver from Ma'ale Adumim who had been driving for 20 years without ever obtaining a driving license. Despite being caught eight times previously for driving without a license, the driver continued to operate his taxi and pick up passengers, including in Jerusalem, putting their safety at risk without their knowledge. During the latest arrest, officers asked the driver to present his license, but he pretended to search through documents. Police records confirmed he never held a license, although he has owned a vehicle since 2007. To prevent him from returning to the roads, authorities decided to detain him and filed an indictment along with a request for remand until the conclusion of legal proceedings. Eli Matlov, commander of the Central Unit of the Jerusalem Traffic Police, described the case as unusual and confirmed the driver was caught while leaving the Ammunition Hill area. The indictment and detention request were submitted on August 6, 2026.