Police Investigations Department
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Police Investigations Department, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Tel Aviv Police Officer Fired for Sexual Relations with Woman Released from Custody
A Tel Aviv police officer was fired for having sexual relations with a woman he released from custody and allegedly sharing intelligence with her. Separately, another officer was…
Israeli Attorney General Seeks Supreme Court Halt on Police Investigations Department Appointments Until After Elections
Israeli Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara has asked the Supreme Court to halt appointments to the new Police Investigations Department leadership until after elections, citing p…
Former Israeli Border Police Fighter Charged with Sexual Harassment of 14-Year-Old Boy
A former Israeli Border Police fighter has been charged with sexually harassing a 14-year-old boy through Instagram, involving explicit conversations and attempts to arrange meeti…
Israeli Supreme Court Blocks Justice Minister from Controlling Military Prosecutor Investigation Amid Political Tensions
Israel's Supreme Court blocked Justice Minister Yariv Levin from controlling the military prosecutor's investigation into the "Sdeh Yemen" case, clearing State Attorney Amit Isman…
Senior Police Investigations Prosecutor Requests Transfer Amid Controversy Over Itamar Ben-Gvir Associates Probe
A senior prosecutor overseeing the investigation into associates of Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has requested a transfer from the Police Investigations Depa…
Former Israeli Attorney General Shai Nitzan Criticized for Shielding Prosecution from Oversight
The documentary series "The Lawyers' Revolt" concludes by scrutinizing former Attorney General Shai Nitzan's role in transforming Israel's State Prosecution into an unaccountable…
Dramatic Footage Reveals Entry, Escape, and Arrest in Benyahu Razi Murder Case in Jerusalem
Authorities released footage showing the entry, escape, and arrest of suspects in the murder of Benyahu Razi in Jerusalem. Seven suspects, including minors and adults, face charge…
Former Israeli Police Investigator Moshe Saada Reveals Clashes with Top Officials and Predicts Netanyahu Conviction
Moshe Saada, former head of Israel's Police Investigations Department, revealed in a podcast his clashes with top officials over interference in investigations, especially those i…
Israeli Police Consider Promoting Officer Who Shot Civilian Amid Ongoing Legal Appeal
Israeli police are considering promoting Chief Inspector Ohad Goldberg, who shot a civilian during an arrest in December 2023, despite an ongoing appeal by the Police Investigatio…
Political Storm Erupts Over Attorney General's Alleged Pressure on Police Investigations Committee
A political uproar in Israel follows reports that Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara is allegedly pressuring members of the Police Investigations Department selection committee t…
Judge Noam Solberg Blocks Interim Injunction Against New Police Investigations Unit Appointment
The Israeli Supreme Court has not issued an injunction to stop appointing the new Police Investigations Department head, with Judge Noam Solberg reportedly opposing such a move. T…
US Military Seeks Exit Strategy Amid Iran Conflict as Biden's Health Declines
The US military is seeking a way out of the Iran conflict amid limited options, while Hezbollah attacked Israeli forces in Lebanon. Biden's cancer has worsened, spreading to his b…
Israeli Police Officer Investigated in 'The Shadow' Case Amid Past Controversies
Menashe Menzur, a Tel Aviv police officer, is investigated for allegedly aiding 'The Shadow' leisure complex amid past controversies involving right-wing protests. Meanwhile, anot…
Police Investigations Unit Recommends Disciplinary Action Against Haifa Police Commander
Mahash found insufficient evidence to criminally charge Haifa police commander Eyal Shahar over alleged misconduct but recommended disciplinary action. The investigation involved…
Yoav 'HaTzel' Eliasi Agrees to Temporary Suspension Amid Police Investigation
Yoav 'HaTzel' Eliasi, a police volunteer, agreed to suspend himself during an ongoing police investigation but refuses to accept dismissal before the probe concludes.
Right-Wing Activist Yoav Eliassi Responds to Police Favoritism Investigation as 'Minor Setback'
Right-wing activist Yoav Eliassi responded to a police investigation into alleged favoritism toward his brother's nightclub, calling it a minor setback and thanking supporters. Th…
Minister Silman Claims Change Government Acted Freely Without Attorney General Interference
Minister Idit Silman said the previous Change Government acted freely without Attorney General interference, unlike the current government. The Attorney General recently sought a…
Right-Wing Activist Yoav Eliasi Denies Misconduct in Police Investigation
Yoav Eliasi, a right-wing activist known as "HaTzal," denied wrongdoing during a police investigation into alleged favors for his brother's nightclub. He and three police officers…
Israeli Police Spokesperson Chief Lior Abudraham to Step Down Amid Investigation
Lior Abudraham, head of the Israeli Police Spokesperson Unit, is set to leave his post amid an investigation linked to Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's associates, while being promoted…
Police Investigate Three Officers and Yoav Eliasi in Nightclub Favoritism Case
Three police officers and Yoav Eliasi were investigated and temporarily suspended over allegations of police favors to a nightclub owned by Eliasi's brother.
Israeli Police Watchdog Declines Criminal Probe into Officers’ Participation in Political TV Show
Israel’s Police Investigations Department decided not to open a criminal investigation into police officers attending a politically charged TV show during work hours but referred…
Shin Bet and Border Police Arrest Jerusalem Suspect Planning Terror Attack
Israeli security forces arrested a Jerusalem resident from Shuafat refugee camp suspected of planning a terror attack. The arrest followed a raid on his home and transfer to Shin…
Israeli Supreme Court Demands Clarification from Yariv Levin on Police Investigations Department Appointments
The Israeli Supreme Court has asked Justice Minister Yariv Levin to clarify if he plans to proceed with three key appointments under the new Police Investigations Department law d…
Israeli Supreme Court Signals Delay in Appointing New Police Investigations Head Until After Elections
The Israeli Supreme Court signaled that appointing a new head for the Police Investigations Department will likely be delayed until after the October 2026 elections, pending gover…
Israeli Supreme Court Asks Justice Minister If He Plans to Appoint New Police Investigations Head Before Elections
The Israeli Supreme Court has ordered Justice Minister Yariv Levin to clarify if he plans to appoint the new head of the Police Investigations Department before the elections.
Itamar Ben Gvir Faces Legal Setback Over Crocodile Security Plan Amid Political Tensions
Israeli Minister Itamar Ben Gvir's plan to use crocodiles for prison security is blocked by a court injunction amid animal rights concerns. Ben Gvir dismisses the ruling as judici…
Israeli Police Officer Investigated for Misconduct in 'HaTzel' Dismissal Case
An Israeli police officer is under investigation for breach of trust related to the dismissal of Yoav Eliasi, aka "HaTzel," from a police command role after allegations he used po…
Israeli Police Officer Investigated Over Alleged Misconduct in Yoav Eliasi Dismissal Case
An Israeli police officer is under investigation for breach of trust related to Yoav Eliasi's dismissal as Tel Aviv rapid response unit commander, amid allegations of favoritism i…
Officer Investigated by Police Investigations Department Over Breach of Trust in 'The Shadow' Case
A police officer is under investigation by Mahash for breach of trust in the expanding 'Shadow' case linked to Yair Golan, with more information forthcoming.
Singer Ben Braunli Arrested and Banned from Beersheba After Train Station Incident
Ben Braunli, a street singer performing at Beersheba's train station for years, was violently arrested and banned from the city for 15 days after police accused him of disrupting…
Israeli Justice Minister Levin Rejects Supreme Court Judge's Offer to Maintain Status Quo on Judicial Appointments
Israeli Justice Minister Yariv Levin disclosed that a Supreme Court judge offered him to maintain the traditional judicial appointment system, but he refused. Levin vowed to conti…
Jerusalem Murder Investigation Reveals Complex Web of Planning and Multiple Suspects
The murder investigation of 19-year-old Benyahu Razi in Jerusalem reveals a premeditated attack involving his ex-girlfriend, multiple accomplices, and alleged obstruction by a pol…
Israeli Justice Ministry Faces Legal Challenge Over New Police Investigation Oversight Role
Israel's Justice Ministry faces a Supreme Court challenge over a new law creating a politically appointed Coordinator with extensive control over police investigations, raising fe…
Roi Kahlon Emerges as Leading Candidate for Controversial Police Investigations Head Role
Roi Kahlon, under investigation for resume embellishment, is the leading candidate to head Israel's Police Investigations Department after a new law placed it under the Justice Mi…
Senior Israeli Police Officers Demand Dismissal of Spokesman Aryeh Doron Amid Leak Allegations
Senior Israeli police officers demand the dismissal of spokesman Aryeh Doron over allegations of leaking sensitive information against top officials and their families. The police…
Israeli Police Chief Suspends Yoav Eliasi from Reserve Unit Command Amid Controversy
Israeli Police Chief Danny Levi suspended Yoav Eliasi, aka "The Shadow," from his reserve unit command after a report revealed Eliasi used police connections to protect a nightlif…
Suspect in Benyahu Razi Murder Case Reveals Threatening Messages and Arrests Follow Extensive Manhunt
Agam Tzarfati, suspected of ordering the murder of Benyahu Razi in Jerusalem, sent threatening messages before the killing. The main suspect, Aviaor Sasson, was arrested after a l…
Palestinian Sanitation Worker Shot Dead at Shuafat Checkpoint, Police Refuse Investigation
Khalil Al-Rashaq, a Palestinian sanitation worker from East Jerusalem, was shot dead at the Shuafat checkpoint, with police refusing to investigate the incident. Witnesses said he…
Israeli Attorney General Opposes Police Investigation Law, Warns of Political Interference
Israeli Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara opposed the new Police Investigations Department law, warning it politicizes police oversight and threatens judicial independence. She…
Israeli Police Officer Fired for Threatening Family but Won't Face Criminal Charges
An Israeli police officer was fired after threatening his family but will not face criminal charges, as authorities deemed the criminal process inappropriate for the case.
Israeli Justice Minister Criticizes Prosecution for Undermining New Police Investigations Unit
Israeli Justice Minister Yariv Levin condemned the prosecution's attempts to block the creation of an independent Police Investigations Department, calling their interference ille…
MK Saada Reveals New Details in Nir Hefetz Investigation, Calls for Independent Police Investigations Unit
MK Moshe Saada revealed that prosecutor Yehudit Tirosh, involved in the Nir Hefetz interrogation case, was assigned to review the investigation, highlighting conflicts of interest…
Israeli Police Investigate Murder of Indian Worker in Jerusalem, Multiple Arrests Made
An Indian migrant worker was found murdered in Jerusalem, leading to multiple arrests including a main suspect still at large. Police extended detentions of several suspects linke…
Roi Kahlon’s Allies Accuse Attorney General of Undermining His Police Investigations Chief Bid
Roi Kahlon’s disciplinary case was reopened by Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara amid his bid to lead the Police Investigations Department, prompting accusations from his allies…
Disciplinary Investigation Against Attorney Roy Kahlon Resumes After His Nomination for Police Ombudsman
The disciplinary investigation against attorney Roy Kahlon resumed after a long pause, coinciding with his nomination for head of the Police Investigations Department. The investi…
Israeli Police Officer Convicted for Excessive Force in Bnei Brak Arrest
A police officer in Bnei Brak was convicted for using excessive force during an arrest that caused serious injury to a suspect with mental health issues. The suspect required comp…
Jerusalem Court Extends Detention of Suspect in Benyahu Razi Murder Case
A Jerusalem court extended the detention of Linor Sasson and two others suspected in the July 11 murder of 19-year-old Benyahu Razi. Sasson is accused of planning the murder, driv…
Itamar Ben Gvir Demands Immediate Dismissal of Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara for Next Government
Itamar Ben Gvir demands Prime Minister Netanyahu immediately dismiss Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara, accusing her of undermining the government and threatening to withhold hi…