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Israeli Police Officer Investigated for Misconduct in 'HaTzel' Dismissal Case

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First reported by Now 14 · 1 hour ago

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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SrugimRight · Hebrew1 hour ago
Israeli Police Officer Investigated for Misconduct in 'HaTzel' Dismissal Case
Now 14Right · Hebrew1 hour ago
Police Officer in Israeli Police Investigations Unit Questioned for Breach of Trust

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