Investigation Finds No Football Link in Arson of Senior Israeli Referee's Car

Three suspects were questioned at the Ashkelon police station in connection with the arson attack on the car of Gal Leibovitz, a senior football referee, which occurred three months ago. The suspects were released under restrictive conditions, and the investigation is ongoing. Police sources clarified that the arson is not related to Leibovitz's role as a football referee. Instead, the primary line of inquiry points to a connection with the activities of one of Leibovitz's associates, unrelated to him personally. Officials emphasized there is no link to football or his involvement with the Ashkelon basketball team. Leibovitz fully cooperated with the police, stating he has no enemies and no personal conflicts. Following the incident, the league management strongly condemned the violence, calling it a shocking event with no place in society. They expressed hope that the perpetrators will be brought to justice and wished Leibovitz and his family safety and peace.