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Court Extends Mayor's Suspension Amid Corruption Probe
A court has extended the suspension of Kfar Saba Mayor Rafi Saar until December 13, citing strengthened evidence of bribery and obstruction of justice. The court found suspicions regarding funds transferred to his wife and his potential to interfere with the ongoing investigation.
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What happened
- 01Kfar Saba Mayor Rafi Saar's suspension extended until December 13 by court order.
- 02Court cited strengthened evidence of bribery and obstruction of justice against Saar.
- 03Suspicions involve funds transferred to Saar's wife and potential interference with investigation.
- 04Saar was arrested on October 12 on multiple corruption-related charges.
- 05The court fears Saar could obstruct the investigation if allowed to return to office.
Saar, arrested in October, is accused of exploiting his position for personal gain. His return to office is deemed a risk to the investigation, particularly concerning testimony from city employees.
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