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Israeli Border Police Chase Uncovers Hideout with 35 Illegal West Bank Residents in Lod

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First reported by Arutz Sheva · Jul 7, 2026

What happened

Israeli Border Police chased a fleeing driver in Lod, leading to the discovery of a hideout with 35 illegal West Bank residents. A total of 47 illegal residents were arrested in two operations, including a minibus stop the next day.

01Border Police chase in Lod leads to discovery of hideout with 35 illegal West Bank residents.
02A 42-year-old East Jerusalem woman fled police, prompting the pursuit and arrests.
03Total of 47 illegal residents detained in two operations in Lod.
04Minibus carrying 12 illegal residents stopped and driver arrested the following morning.
05Operations are part of ongoing efforts to combat crime and illegal residency in Ramla and Lod.
06All suspects and drivers were taken for police questioning.

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Unnamed 42-year-old woman from East Jerusalem