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Israeli Police Detain Haredi Man in Ashdod by Mistake, Use Violence Before Realizing Error

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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · Jul 12, 2026

What happened

Israeli police in Ashdod violently detained a Haredi man on July 12, 2026, mistakenly identifying him as a suspect in a child support case. After realizing the error, they released him without apology. The incident drew public outrage and calls for investigation and accountability from political leaders.

01Police violently detained a Haredi man in Ashdod on July 12, 2026, due to mistaken identity.
02The man fled fearing arrest for draft evasion, but police sought a different suspect in a child support case.
03Video shows officers forcibly restraining the man who protested against the arrest.
04Police released the man after realizing the mistake but did not apologize on the scene.
05Yitzhak Goldknopf demanded an immediate investigation and accountability for the officers involved.
06Israel Police expressed regret and said the incident is under official review.

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