Israel Police
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Israel Police, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Israeli Woman Allegedly Kidnapped by Family Found in Hebron by Police and IDF
An Israeli woman in her twenties was found in Hebron after allegedly being kidnapped by her family from Gush Dan. Israeli police and IDF forces located her following a rapid joint…
Investigation Files Closed Against Itamar Ben-Gvir's Office Staff in Gun License Case
After nearly two years, Israel Police closed investigations against four employees of National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's office over alleged improper gun license distrib…
Israeli Police Seize M-16 Hidden in Rahat Kindergarten Sandbox, Arrest Suspect
Israeli police found an M-16 rifle hidden in a Rahat kindergarten sandbox and arrested a local man suspected of involvement in a shooting and illegal weapons possession.
Israeli Attorney General Recommends Closing Investigations Into Minister Ben Gvir’s Office Over Gun Reform
Israel’s Attorney General Galit Baharav-Miara has recommended closing investigations into Minister Itamar Ben Gvir’s office over allegations of improper gun license issuance. The…
Israeli Mother and Daughter Missing in Austria as Search Expands Internationally
Israeli mother Mally Yahilomi and daughter Liel have been missing in Austria for nearly a week, prompting an extensive investigation by Israeli and Austrian authorities. No eviden…
Fans Sue Israeli Football Bodies for Refund After Tel Aviv Derby Cancellation
Two fans sued Israeli football authorities for refunds after the Tel Aviv derby was canceled due to fan violence, leaving thousands evacuated. They paid over 2,700 shekels for tic…
Israeli Election Committee and Police Coordinate to Secure Upcoming Knesset Vote
Ahead of Israel's 26th Knesset elections, the Central Elections Committee and Israel Police coordinated efforts to combat cyber threats, AI-driven manipulation, and ensure safe, a…
Israeli Police Allow Soldier to Continue Training Amid Investigation of Shooting Near Palestinian Village
Israeli police have allowed an IDF soldier, arrested for suspected involvement in shooting a Palestinian child near Al-Mughayir, to continue his military training with alternative…
Ben Gvir Blocks Palestinian Attendance at East Jerusalem Hospital Event Despite Emirati Pressure
National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir blocked Palestinian Authority officials from attending a hospital event in East Jerusalem despite pressure from Prime Minister Netanyahu…
Physical Confrontation Between Municipal Inspector and Youth in Ashkelon Sparks Police Search
A physical confrontation between a municipal inspector and a youth in Ashkelon during routine enforcement led to police intervention and a manhunt after the youth fled. The munici…
Tel Aviv's KKL Bridge Closes for Two Weeks of Major Safety Repairs
Tel Aviv's KKL Bridge will close for two weeks starting August 15 for major safety and maintenance work, causing significant traffic disruptions and public transport changes. The…
Israeli Forces Arrest Palestinian Imam Near Cave of the Patriarchs for Incitement to Terror
Israeli forces arrested a 70-year-old Palestinian imam near the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hebron for inciting terror and encouraging attacks on Israel, seizing his phone and lapto…
Family of Eldar Dayan Vows Justice Amid Police Investigation Controversy
Eldar Dayan's family condemns police for misleading them during the investigation into his death, demanding accountability. Police found Dayan's body after multiple searches and c…
Three Suspects Face Serious Charges for Throwing Stun Grenade in Bat Yam
Three southern Israeli residents, including a minor, are charged with throwing a stun grenade at a Bat Yam residential building. Police arrested them after a vehicle linked to the…
IDF Chief Orders Additional Infantry Battalion to Reinforce Security in Kossara Area
IDF Chief Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir ordered an additional infantry battalion to reinforce security in the Kossara area amid ongoing settler-Palestinian tensions. The move foll…
Israeli Police Chief Holds Special Briefing on Missing Israeli Women in Vienna
Israeli Police Commissioner Danni Levi held a special briefing on efforts to locate missing Israeli women Mali and Liel Yahalomi in Vienna, Austria. Authorities found no signs of…
Woman Suspected of Long-Term Romantic Fraud Using Alias 'Orel Hazan' in Israel
A young woman in Israel is suspected of impersonating a man named Orel Hazan to conduct long-term romantic fraud with multiple women, prompting police to seek further victims and…
Massive Traffic Disruptions Hit Tel Aviv Area as Ultra-Orthodox Protesters Block Roads
Traffic chaos has struck the Tel Aviv area as ultra-Orthodox protesters block major roads following the arrest of a yeshiva student suspected of forging driver's licenses. Police…
Massive Traffic Jams Hit Highway 4 Ahead of Ultra-Orthodox Protests Against IDF Draft
Ultra-Orthodox protests against IDF conscription cause major traffic jams on Highway 4 and Jabotinsky Road in Bnei Brak, following a draft evader's arrest.
Israeli Police Seek Public Help to Find Missing 16-Year-Old Girl from Kiryat Malakhi
Israeli police are searching for 16-year-old Abigail Shalom from Kiryat Malakhi, last seen on July 12 in Bat Yam, and may be in Bat Yam, Netanya, or Hodaya. They ask the public to…
Health Ministry Shuts Down 'Oshi Oshi' Sushi Restaurant in Hadera Over Severe Sanitation Violations
The Israeli Ministry of Health shut down the 'Oshi Oshi' sushi restaurant in Hadera after inspections found severe hygiene violations, including unsafe fish storage temperatures a…
60-Year-Old Man Fatally Shot in Ongoing Violence in Shfaram
A 60-year-old man was fatally shot in Shfaram amid a violent family feud that has caused 36 deaths since 2023. Police are investigating and recently arrested four suspects linked…
Two Killed and One Injured in Severe Car Crash Near Tel Azeka
Two people died and a woman was moderately injured in a severe two-vehicle crash near Tel Azeka on Road 383. Rescue teams and police investigated the scene overnight.
Two Men Killed in Head-On Collision Near Beit Shemesh on Road 383
Two men in their 40s died in a head-on collision on Road 383 near Beit Shemesh, while a woman was moderately injured and hospitalized. Police are investigating the crash.
Unauthorized Drone Intrusion at Ben Gurion Airport Quickly Detected and Resolved
A civilian drone entered Ben Gurion Airport's airspace on Tuesday, triggering a swift response that led to locating the operator filming a construction video. The airport's securi…
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir Opposes New Speed Camera Enforcement Policy
Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir opposes the police's new speed camera enforcement policy that fines minor speed violations. He called for a review and plans to…
Teen Attacked Brutally on Eilat Promenade After Refusing Cigarette Request
A 19-year-old was brutally beaten on Eilat's promenade after refusing a cigarette request from a minor, resulting in hospitalization and police arrests.
Israel Police Redirect Speeding Fine Revenues to State Budget, Not Traffic Safety
Israel Police is adjusting speed camera enforcement thresholds, potentially increasing fines for minor violations. The collected fines do not fund police or road safety directly b…
Israeli Police Arrest Southern Crime Boss in Major Extortion Crackdown
Israeli police arrested a leading southern crime boss and dozens of suspects in a major operation against extortion rackets targeting delivery workers. The arrests occurred early…
Israeli Electricity Company Employees Suspected in Multi-Million Shekel Fraud Case
Israeli police arrested several Electricity Company employees suspected of a 5 million shekel fraud involving illegal payments of electricity debts. The main suspect's detention w…
Family of Missing Girl Heymenot Kasao Demands Shin Bet's Immediate Involvement After 899 Days
Heymenot Kasao's family is protesting near Shin Bet headquarters after 899 days without progress in her disappearance case, urging the agency to use its intelligence resources in…
Temple Mount Activist Sues Israeli Police for Illegal Restraint After Court-Ordered Release
A Temple Mount activist sued Israeli police for illegally handcuffing and detaining him for hours, including after a court ordered his release during Passover in Jerusalem's Old C…
MK Moshe Saada Accuses Yoav Segalovich of Criminal Misconduct Over Media Interference
MK Moshe Saada accused former police investigations chief Yoav Segalovich of criminal misconduct after Segalovich tried to influence media coverage of a complaint against Shelly Y…
Two Minors Brutally Assault Driver in Kiryat Gat After He Confronts Them Near Crosswalk
In Kiryat Gat, two minors brutally assaulted a 64-year-old driver after he reprimanded them near a crosswalk, causing serious head injuries. Police quickly arrested the suspects…
Israeli Driver Loses Brakes Mid-Drive, Police Dispatcher Guides Safe Stop
An Israeli driver lost her brakes during a drive, but a police dispatcher from the Southern District guided her to a safe stop, averting a major accident.
Multiple Grenade Attacks Shake Tel Aviv and Surrounding Areas Amid Ongoing Criminal Feud
On August 10, 2026, multiple Israeli military grenades were thrown or found in Tel Aviv, Holon, and Hadera, targeting luxury residences and commercial areas. Police bomb squads ne…
Five-Year-Old Boy Hit in Hit-and-Run in Netanya; Investigation Delayed Due to Driver's Vacation
A five-year-old boy in Netanya was seriously injured in a hit-and-run accident. The investigation was delayed because the driver went on vacation before being questioned. The boy'…
Israel Police Tighten Speed Camera Enforcement, Sparking Driver Backlash
Israel Police tightened speed camera enforcement to issue fines for exceeding speed limits by just one km/h, sparking widespread driver outrage and calls for civil disobedience. T…
Israeli Government Sues Crocodile Farm Operator Over Ongoing Public Safety Risks
The Israeli government is suing a Petzael crocodile farm operator for over one million shekels, citing years of ignored safety violations and animal abuse that endangered public s…
Israeli Soldier Trapped in Bus Luggage Compartment as Driver Drives On
An Israeli soldier was accidentally locked inside a bus luggage compartment in Tiberias when the driver closed the door and continued driving. Passersby alerted the driver to stop…
Israeli Police Arrest Teen at West Bank Outpost, Then Face Violent Mob Rescue
Israeli police arrested a teen at the Kol Dodi outpost near Kochav HaShachar for weapons possession, but a mob of youths attacked officers and freed him, prompting a joint police…
Five Firefighting Teams Contain Blaze Near West Bank's Route 60 Without Traffic Disruption
Five firefighting teams are containing a fire near Route 60 in the West Bank, with police and IDF securing the area and no traffic disruptions reported.
Attorney General Demands Cancellation of Senior Police Appointment Amid Legal Dispute
Israel's Attorney General demands canceling the appointment of Senior Superintendent Udi Ronen to lead the incitement to terrorism unit amid controversy. Legal experts debate the…
Legal Analysts Criticize Israel Hayom Report on Netanyahu Advisors Leaking Classified Info to Qatar
Legal analysts Avishai Greenstein and Netael Bendel criticized Israel Hayom's report claiming Netanyahu's advisors leaked classified security information to Qatar, calling the sto…
Police Arrest Eight Suspects After Violent Night of Shootings in Southern Israel
Police arrested eight suspects following shootings during violent incidents in Lakiya and Ashdod, southern Israel, on August 9, 2026. One person was lightly injured, and police co…
Holon Man Arrested for Threatening Incidents Involving Knives and Backpacks at Banks and Grocery Store
A 54-year-old man from Holon was arrested for placing red-painted knives and backpacks at two banks and a supermarket in Gush Dan, prompting police investigations into three relat…
Body of Man Found in Open Area Near Rehovot, No Suspicion of Foul Play
A man's body was found in an open area near Rehovot, Israel, after several days, with police ruling out foul play so far. The body was sent for forensic identification at Abu Kabi…
Parents of Murdered Arab Youth Thank Israeli Police for Solving Case in Umm al-Fahm
The parents of Muhammad Mahamid, murdered earlier this year in Umm al-Fahm, visited the local police station to thank officers for solving the case and arresting three suspects. D…
