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Jerusalem Police

Israeli-media coverage mentioning Jerusalem Police, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.

Security3 days ago·2 outlets

Jerusalem Man Arrested for Murder Six Days After Prison Release

A 31-year-old man from Eilat was arrested and indicted for murdering a foreign worker in Jerusalem's Katamon neighborhood just six days after his release from prison. Police and f…

Jerusalem Man Arrested for Murder Six Days After Prison Release
Security3 days ago

Former Inmate Arrested for Murder of Foreign Worker in Jerusalem Six Days After Release

A man from Eilat was arrested for murdering a foreign worker in Jerusalem's Katamon neighborhood six days after his release from prison. The victim was found with severe violence…

Former Inmate Arrested for Murder of Foreign Worker in Jerusalem Six Days After Release
Security3 days ago

Israeli Police Arrest 19-Year-Old After Vehicle Theft Attempt and Police Chase in Bnei Brak

A 19-year-old was arrested in Bnei Brak after attempting to steal three vehicles in one day, injuring a police officer by ramming a patrol car during a chase, and trying to flee o…

Politics4 days ago·2 outlets

Protests Continue Over Jerusalem Cafe Open on Shabbat with Support from Yair Golan

In Jerusalem, ultra-Orthodox protesters have demonstrated for six weeks against the Basemta cafe's operation on Shabbat, while hundreds, including Democratic Party leader Yair Gol…

Protests Continue Over Jerusalem Cafe Open on Shabbat with Support from Yair Golan
Security5 days ago

Young Man Crushed to Death by Rolling Car in Jerusalem Accident

A man in his 30s was crushed to death by his own car rolling backward in Jerusalem. Despite emergency efforts, he died at Hadassah Hospital. Police are investigating the cause of…

Security6 days ago

30-Year-Old Man Critically Injured After Car Crashes Into Fence in Jerusalem

A 30-year-old man was critically injured after his car crashed into a fence in Jerusalem. Emergency teams performed extensive resuscitation and transported him to Hadassah Hospita…

30-Year-Old Man Critically Injured After Car Crashes Into Fence in Jerusalem
Security6 days ago·3 outlets

Jerusalem Police Arrest Taxi Driver Driving Without License for 20 Years

Jerusalem traffic police arrested a Maale Adumim taxi driver who had been driving without a license for 20 years and caught eight times, filing charges to stop him from endangerin…

Jerusalem Police Arrest Taxi Driver Driving Without License for 20 Years
Security6 days ago

Seven Charged in Preplanned Killing of Benyahu Razi in Jerusalem

Seven suspects, including minors, were indicted for the premeditated murder of Benyahu Razi in Jerusalem on July 11. Razi was lured into an apartment, surrounded, and fatally stab…

SecurityAug 5, 2026

Police Chase Near Jericho Ends with Three Arrests and Injured Officers

Jerusalem police arrested three suspects after a dangerous car chase near Jericho involving gunfire and attempts to run over officers, resulting in two injured police officers. Th…

Police Chase Near Jericho Ends with Three Arrests and Injured Officers
SecurityAug 5, 2026

Suspect in Benyahu Razi Murder Sent Message Claiming Partner Was Seriously Ill Before Deadly Attack

Agam Tzarfati, suspected of ordering the murder of her ex-partner Benyahu Razi in Jerusalem, sent a message claiming he was seriously ill before he was fatally stabbed. The invest…

SecurityAug 4, 2026·2 outlets

Mother Confronts Suspect in Court Over Benyahu Razi Murder Case in Jerusalem

Abior Shashon, a minor suspect in the fatal stabbing of 19-year-old Benyahu Razi in Jerusalem, faced the victim's mother in court. Police are preparing to file indictments against…

Mother Confronts Suspect in Court Over Benyahu Razi Murder Case in Jerusalem
SecurityAug 4, 2026

Illegal Resident Caught With Car Theft Equipment in Jerusalem, Arrest Extended

Jerusalem police arrested a 19-year-old illegal West Bank resident caught with advanced car theft equipment after a foot chase. His detention was extended until August 5, 2026. Th…

SecurityAug 2, 2026

Jerusalem Police Cancel Ban on Rabbi Waldman from Temple Mount After Public Outcry

Jerusalem police have revoked a one-month ban on Rabbi Noam Waldman from the Temple Mount after reviewing the case following public criticism. The ban was initially imposed due to…

SecurityAug 2, 2026·2 outlets

Jerusalem Bus Driver Assaulted by Settlers While Driving to Western Wall

A Jerusalem bus driver, Muathas Kaq, was assaulted by a group of settlers while driving to the Western Wall, suffering serious injuries including four broken teeth. Police have la…

Jerusalem Bus Driver Assaulted by Settlers While Driving to Western Wall
SecurityAug 2, 2026·4 outlets

Jerusalem Cafe Owner Vows to Stay Open Amid Violent Ultra-Orthodox Protests

Yoel Ben David, owner of a Jerusalem cafe targeted by ultra-Orthodox protests, refuses to close despite violent attacks, framing his stand as a fight for societal values amid ongo…

Jerusalem Cafe Owner Vows to Stay Open Amid Violent Ultra-Orthodox Protests
SecurityJul 31, 2026·2 outlets

Suspect Steals Car, Rams Police Vehicles, and Is Arrested After Chase in Jerusalem Area

A suspect driving a stolen car rammed two police vehicles near Kiryat Yearim and fled on foot before being arrested with minor injuries after police fired shots. A policewoman and…

Suspect Steals Car, Rams Police Vehicles, and Is Arrested After Chase in Jerusalem Area
SecurityJul 29, 2026·3 outlets

Jerusalem Court Extends Detention in Benyahu Razi Murder Case Amid New Arrests and Revealing Messages

Jerusalem police extended detentions and made new arrests in the Benyahu Razi murder case, revealing threatening messages and uncovering a prison officer's role in aiding a suspec…

Jerusalem Court Extends Detention in Benyahu Razi Murder Case Amid New Arrests and Revealing Messages
SecurityJul 28, 2026·4 outlets

Israeli Prison Officer Arrested for Obstructing Murder Investigation in Jerusalem

A female Israeli prison officer was arrested for allegedly obstructing the murder investigation of Benyahu Razi by aiding a suspect's relative. The suspect remains on the run as a…

Israeli Prison Officer Arrested for Obstructing Murder Investigation in Jerusalem
SecurityJul 28, 2026·2 outlets

Jerusalem Police Arrest Haredi Journalist on Suspicion of Possessing Illegal Child-Related Materials

Jerusalem police arrested a 58-year-old Haredi journalist from Kiryat Ye'arim for allegedly possessing illegal child-related materials, seizing his electronic devices for investig…

Jerusalem Police Arrest Haredi Journalist on Suspicion of Possessing Illegal Child-Related Materials
SecurityJul 27, 2026

Jewish Teen Arrested After Jerusalem Old City Clash While Arab Attacker Remains Free

A 16-year-old Jewish boy was arrested after a violent incident in Jerusalem's Old City, while the Arab attacker was not detained. The boy's family and lawyer claim he acted in sel…

SecurityJul 27, 2026

Israeli Police Seek Public Help to Find Mother Suspected of Kidnapping Her Two Children Missing Nearly a Year

Israeli police are searching for Aliya Joy Hirschberg and her two children, missing since August 2025 amid a custody dispute, and have asked the public for help locating them in J…

SecurityJul 26, 2026

Jerusalem Man Arrested for Daytime Car Theft Using Advanced Police Technology

Jerusalem police arrested a 26-year-old man from South Jerusalem for stealing a car in the French Hill area, using advanced technology to track and detain him. The suspect remains…

Jerusalem Man Arrested for Daytime Car Theft Using Advanced Police Technology
SecurityJul 26, 2026

Fire in Jerusalem's Beit Hanina Residential Building Rescues Four, One Critically Injured

A fire in a residential building in Jerusalem's Beit Hanina led to the rescue of four people, with one critically injured and others hospitalized. Police and firefighters are mana…

Fire in Jerusalem's Beit Hanina Residential Building Rescues Four, One Critically Injured
SecurityJul 25, 2026

Ultra-Orthodox Protesters Clash Over Cafe Opening on Shabbat in Jerusalem

Ultra-Orthodox protesters in Jerusalem continue weekly demonstrations against a cafe open on Shabbat, blaming it for social unrest, while city officials and supporters defend the…

Ultra-Orthodox Protesters Clash Over Cafe Opening on Shabbat in Jerusalem
SecurityJul 24, 2026

Jerusalem Court Extends Detention of Suspect in Katamon Murder Until July 30

Jerusalem police have extended the detention of a suspect arrested shortly after a murder in the Katamon neighborhood until July 30, with investigation details under gag order.

SecurityJul 23, 2026·2 outlets

Foreign Worker Found Dead in Jerusalem Apartment, Suspect Arrested for Murder

A 40-year-old Indian foreign worker was found dead in a Jerusalem apartment on Thursday, with police arresting a 31-year-old suspect from Eilat on suspicion of murder. The investi…

SecurityJul 23, 2026·2 outlets

Jerusalem Man Detained Over Alleged Abuse of Minors During Outings

Jerusalem police arrested a 62-year-old man suspected of abusing minors by gaining their trust during outings. His detention was extended until July 26, 2026, as police continue i…

SecurityJul 23, 2026

Three Arab Men from Abu Ghosh Arrested for Impersonating Police and Robbing Foreign Workers

Three Arab men from Abu Ghosh were arrested for impersonating police and robbing foreign workers in Jerusalem, with their detention extended until July 27.

SecurityJul 22, 2026

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir Tours East Jerusalem, Emphasizes Jewish Security Presence

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir toured East Jerusalem with police officials ahead of Tisha B'Av, highlighting increased security measures, reduced terrorism, and expand…

SecurityJul 21, 2026

Brisk Yeshiva Students Pray at Western Wall for Detained American Student Accused of Arson

An American student from Jerusalem's Brisk Yeshiva was arrested for allegedly setting fire to light rail equipment, a charge he denies. His family claims he is mistreated in deten…

SecurityJul 21, 2026

Ultra-Orthodox Protest Jerusalem Light Rail Construction with Midnight Mourning Ceremony

Dozens of ultra-Orthodox Jerusalem residents held a midday mourning ceremony near the light rail construction site to protest its progress in their neighborhoods. The event includ…

SecurityJul 21, 2026·3 outlets

80-Year-Old Barry Levitt Dies in Jerusalem Balcony Collapse Near Angel Bakery

Barry Levitt, 80, died after a balcony collapsed onto Angel Bakery in Jerusalem's Rehavia neighborhood. Police are investigating possible criminal negligence after an engineer had…

80-Year-Old Barry Levitt Dies in Jerusalem Balcony Collapse Near Angel Bakery
SecurityJul 20, 2026

Balcony Collapse in Jerusalem Injures Several, Rescue Teams Conducting Search and Aid

A balcony collapsed Monday in Jerusalem near Angel Bakery, trapping one unconscious man and injuring three others. Emergency teams are conducting rescue and medical aid while poli…

SecurityJul 20, 2026

Jerusalem Police Prepare Road Closures and Security for Tisha B'Av Observances

Jerusalem Police have set up extensive security and traffic restrictions around the Old City and Western Wall for Tisha B'Av on July 22-23, 2026, including road closures during a…

SecurityJul 19, 2026·2 outlets

Two Jerusalem Teens Arrested for Spitting Attack on Ultra-Orthodox Man Near Damascus Gate

Two Jerusalem teenagers were arrested for spitting at an ultra-Orthodox man near Damascus Gate and filming the attack to share online. Police quickly identified and detained them…

Two Jerusalem Teens Arrested for Spitting Attack on Ultra-Orthodox Man Near Damascus Gate
GeneralJul 18, 2026·2 outlets

Ultra-Orthodox Protest Jerusalem Cafe Open on Shabbat Amid Secular Support

Ultra-Orthodox protesters in Jerusalem have repeatedly demonstrated against the "Basemta" cafe for operating on Shabbat, prompting police intervention and drawing secular supporte…

Ultra-Orthodox Protest Jerusalem Cafe Open on Shabbat Amid Secular Support
SecurityJul 17, 2026

Israeli Soldier Suspected of Ordering Ex-Boyfriend's Murder in Jerusalem Airbnb

Agam Tzarfati, a 19-year-old soldier, is suspected of ordering the murder of her ex-boyfriend Benyahu Razi in a Jerusalem Airbnb. Razi was killed with a meat tenderizer hammer dur…

SecurityJul 16, 2026

Jerusalem Man Arrested for Arson Causing Major Damage to Light Rail Construction Site

A 22-year-old Jerusalem man was charged with arson causing extensive damage to a light rail construction site, identified by his distinctive sidelocks and witness testimony. The f…

SecurityJul 15, 2026

Israeli Police Officer Investigated for Obstruction in Benyahu Razi Murder Case in Umm al-Fahm

An Israeli police officer is under investigation for obstructing justice in the murder case of Benyahu Razi in Umm al-Fahm. Two women, including Shilat Huta, were arrested for inv…

Israeli Police Officer Investigated for Obstruction in Benyahu Razi Murder Case in Umm al-Fahm
GeneralJul 15, 2026

Four-Year-Old Girl Frieda Hershkovitz Dies in Jerusalem Car Accident

Four-year-old Frieda Hershkovitz died after being hit by a car in Jerusalem's Mea Shearim neighborhood. Emergency responders and ZAKA volunteers assisted at the scene and hospital…

SecurityJul 15, 2026

MK Tzvi Sukkot Demands Closure of Hamas-Linked Center in Jerusalem's Old City

MK Tzvi Sukkot visited a cafe in Jerusalem's Old City exposed as a Hamas-linked center spreading Islamic proselytizing. Despite police closure orders, legal delays keep it open. S…

MK Tzvi Sukkot Demands Closure of Hamas-Linked Center in Jerusalem's Old City
SecurityJul 15, 2026

Jerusalem Man Arrested After Stealing Cash from Store Register and Fleeing on Scooter

A Jerusalem man was arrested after stealing cash from a store register and fleeing on a scooter; his detention was extended as police continue investigating.

GeneralJul 14, 2026

Electric Cable Fire at Jerusalem Light Rail Site Causes Widespread Power Outage

A fire at the Jerusalem light rail construction site caused a major power outage, prompting emergency response and an ongoing police investigation.

SportsJul 14, 2026·2 outlets

Beitar Jerusalem Confirms Four Players Excluded From 2026/27 Squad Ahead of Season Opener

Beitar Jerusalem announced four players are excluded from the 2026/27 squad as the club prepares for the season opener with a festive training session. Uri Dahan, Ravid Abergil, a…

SecurityJul 14, 2026

Israeli Government to Approve New Police Facility in East Jerusalem After a Decade

Israel's government will approve a new police facility in East Jerusalem's Muslim Quarter, the first in over ten years, to enhance security and law enforcement presence. The 28 mi…

Israeli Government to Approve New Police Facility in East Jerusalem After a Decade
SecurityJul 13, 2026

Jerusalem Bus Driver Assaults Passenger, Police Detain and Mistreat Victim

In Jerusalem, a bus driver assaulted a passenger, but police reportedly mistreated and arrested the victim instead of the driver.

SecurityJul 13, 2026·2 outlets

Jerusalem Light Rail Vandalism by Ultra-Orthodox Protesters Causes Over Half a Billion Shekels in Damages

Ultra-Orthodox protests against Jerusalem's Green Line light rail have caused over 500 million shekels in damages and delayed completion to 2027. Security costs and vandalism have…

Jerusalem Light Rail Vandalism by Ultra-Orthodox Protesters Causes Over Half a Billion Shekels in Damages
SecurityJul 12, 2026·2 outlets

Brother of Ex-Girlfriend and Friends Suspected in Brutal Killing of Israeli Teen in Jerusalem Airbnb

Benyahu Razi, 19, was stabbed to death in a Jerusalem Airbnb by a group led by his ex-girlfriend's brother, with the attack allegedly broadcast live to accomplices who helped the…

Brother of Ex-Girlfriend and Friends Suspected in Brutal Killing of Israeli Teen in Jerusalem Airbnb