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Israeli Police Officer Investigated for Misconduct in 'HaTzel' Dismissal Case
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First reported by Now 14 · Aug 2, 2026
What happened
An Israeli police officer is under investigation for breach of trust related to the dismissal of Yoav Eliasi, aka "HaTzel," from a police command role after allegations he used police connections to benefit a nightclub he co-owned in Tel Aviv.
- 01A police officer was questioned for breach of trust linked to Yoav Eliasi's dismissal.
- 02Yoav Eliasi was removed from his police command after a Haaretz investigation.
- 03Eliasi allegedly used police ties to protect a nightclub he co-owned in Tel Aviv.
- 04Recordings suggest Eliasi boasted about police connections and received their help.
- 05The investigated officer was released with restrictions and a 10-day contact ban.
- 06The police investigation into the case is ongoing.
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