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Haifa Barber Shop Owner Suspected of Privacy Violation Released to House Arrest

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First reported by Ynet · Jul 13, 2026

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A Haifa barber shop owner suspected of installing a hidden camera in a rented laser treatment room was released to house arrest after the court ruled the risk of obstructing the investigation was low. The police presented new evidence, but the court upheld the suspect's release, citing his cooperation and clean record. The investigation continues.

01Haifa barber shop owner suspected of privacy violation released to house arrest.
02Hidden camera found in a room rented for laser treatments triggered police complaint.
03District Court upheld Magistrate's Court decision, rejecting police appeal.
04Police presented new evidence suggesting increased severity and scope of offense.
05Defense argued camera was not hidden and no proof of recording misuse exists.
06Judge cited suspect's clean record and cooperation as reasons against detention.

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