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Ben Gvir Reviews Removing Bnei Brak Police Commander Over Protest Violence
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By קובי אטינגר
First reported by Walla · Jun 21, 2026
What happened
Itamar Ben Gvir asked Police Commissioner Danny Levi to review serious misconduct by officers during a protest on Highway 4 in Bnei Brak. He is considering permanently removing involved officers, including the Bnei Brak, Ramat Gan station commander, if the probe confirms major violations.
- 01Ben Gvir opened a review after protest violence in Bnei Brak last week.
- 02Footage allegedly shows stun grenades, excessive force, and humiliation of civilians.
- 03He may permanently remove involved officers, including the station commander.
- 04An urgent meeting is expected this week before a final decision.
- 05Ben Gvir said officers deserve backing, but no one is above the law.
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