Suspect in Multi-Million Shekel Theft Extradited From Portugal to Israel

Eyal Rosen, a central suspect in a case involving the alleged theft of millions, has been extradited from Portugal to Israel. The extradition was announced by the International Department of the State Prosecutor's Office. Rosen is suspected of offenses including embezzlement, obtaining property by fraud under aggravated circumstances, false corporate record-keeping, money laundering, and reporting violations under the Securities Law.

According to the investigation's findings, Rosen allegedly misappropriated funds from a non-bank credit company he managed, using sophisticated fraudulent methods, and subsequently laundered the stolen money. He is also accused of concealing his criminal activities and providing misleading information in the public company's reports to investors.

Rosen left Israel in 2022, prior to the Israel Securities Authority launching an open investigation against him. The International Department, in conjunction with the Interpol unit of the Israel Police's Special Tasks Division, located and arrested him in Portugal. Following his arrest, the International Department worked to secure his extradition to Israel.

Portuguese authorities approved Rosen's extradition on October 4, 2026, and he was handed over to Israeli representatives from the Israel Police and the Israel Securities Authority on the day of the announcement. It is important to note that Rosen has not been charged or convicted and is presumed innocent until proven guilty.