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Israeli Police Chief Orders Suspension Review After Officers Filmed Traffic Violations

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Israeli Police Chief Orders Suspension Review After Officers Filmed Traffic Violations
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · Jul 8, 2026

What happened

Two Israeli police officers were filmed committing traffic violations while recording themselves, prompting Police Chief Danny Levi to order an immediate disciplinary review and possible suspension. The incident occurred at the Kfar Shalem station in Tel Aviv and involved one officer driving a police vehicle while filming and another riding a police electric bike without a helmet. The video went viral on social media, leading to a strong response from police leadership.

  • 01Two female officers filmed themselves committing serious traffic violations in Tel Aviv.
  • 02One officer drove a police vehicle while holding a phone and filming.
  • 03The other officer rode an electric police bike without a helmet, violating the law.
  • 04Police Chief Danny Levi ordered a thorough investigation and possible suspensions.
  • 05The incident was publicly exposed after civilians recorded the officers.
  • 06Levi emphasized the need for high professionalism and accountability in the police force.

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Full coverage · 7 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

MaarivCenter · HebrewJul 9, 2026
Israeli Police Chief Orders Suspension Review After Officers Filmed Traffic Violations
Now 14Right · HebrewJul 9, 2026
Israeli Police Chief Orders Disciplinary Action After Officers Caught on Video Misconduct
MakoCenter · HebrewJul 9, 2026
Israeli Police Chief Orders Review of Suspension for Officers Caught Violating Traffic Laws
N12Center · HebrewJul 9, 2026
Israeli Police Chief Orders Review of Suspension for Officers Caught Committing Traffic Violations
YnetCenter · HebrewJul 9, 2026
Israeli Police Chief Orders Immediate Review After Officer Caught Driving While Using Phone and Filming Colleague Without Helmet
Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewJul 9, 2026
Israeli Police Chief Condemns Officers Filmed Recklessly Driving and Filming on Duty
Behadrei HaredimRight · HebrewJul 8, 2026
Israeli Police Face Backlash After Video Shows Officer Riding Scooter Without Helmet

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