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Jerusalem Man Arrested Over Miscarriage Remains Alleges Police Brutality

A Jerusalem man arrested on suspicion of concealing a birth after leaving the remains of an 11-week miscarriage at a hospital has alleged severe police brutality during his arrest. He claims he was attempting in good faith to arrange the burial of the fetus after his wife's miscarriage.

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What happened

01A Jerusalem man alleges police used severe violence during his arrest for concealing a birth after a miscarriage.
02The man claims he was acting in good faith to arrange the burial of the 11-week pregnancy remains.
03He was arrested after leaving the remains at Shaare Zedek Medical Center following hospital referrals.
04The man presented documentation of his efforts to arrange the burial before being released.
05His attorney is demanding an investigation into the police officers' conduct and alleged brutality.

After presenting evidence, he was released, and his attorney is calling for an investigation into the police conduct and the alleged violence.

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