Criminals Impersonate National Insurance Representatives to Scam Elderly Immigrants in Israel
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
By נינה פוקס
First reported by Channel 13 · Jul 19, 2026
What happened
Over 400 complaints have been filed in Israel about scams targeting elderly immigrants, with criminals impersonating National Insurance representatives to steal money. Victims, including an 82-year-old woman in Petah Tikva, have lost thousands of shekels. Police and the National Insurance Institute urge vigilance and verification of identities, while activists call for stronger state action.
- 01Over 400 complaints of scams targeting elderly immigrants were filed between March and May in Israel.
- 02Criminals impersonate National Insurance representatives to defraud victims of tens of thousands of shekels.
- 03An 82-year-old woman in Petah Tikva lost about 6,000 shekels after a scammer visited her home.
- 04Police say they handle complaints but cases often close quickly without resolution.
- 05National Insurance Institute warns employees do not visit homes without prior notice and urges verification.
- 06Activists criticize insufficient police resources and lack of restitution for victims.
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