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Israeli Criminal Network Runs Illegal Loans and Gambling from Prison, Uses Attack Dog for Debt Collection
How 4 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
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By יאיר קראוס
First reported by Now 14 · Jul 20, 2026
What happened
Israeli authorities indicted 10 suspects for running a four-year illegal loan and gambling network in Migdal HaEmek, led remotely by prisoner Asaf Buskila. The group used threats, violence, and an attack dog to collect debts, handling about 3 million shekels. Buskila coordinated operations from prison, while victims faced severe intimidation and harm.
- 01Ten suspects indicted for illegal loans, gambling, and extortion in Migdal HaEmek.
- 02Leader Asaf Buskila ran the network from Shata Prison via public phone.
- 03The group operated for four years, moving around 3 million shekels.
- 04Victims were threatened and attacked, including by an attack dog named Max.
- 05The operation included a fraudulent online gambling site and high-interest loans.
- 06Prosecutors called the extortion a "statewide plague" undermining law and order.
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Full coverage · 4 outlets
The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.
YnetCenter · HebrewJul 20, 2026
Israeli Criminal Network Runs Illegal Loans and Gambling from Prison, Uses Attack Dog for Debt Collection
WallaCenter · HebrewJul 20, 2026
Israeli Police Charge 10 in Organized Gambling and Loan Sharking Ring Led from Prison
Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewJul 20, 2026
Israeli Police Uncover Prison-Run Illegal Gambling and Extortion Ring with 10 Indicted
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