Deputy Mayor of Rishon Lezion Detained Over Sexual Assault Allegations, Denies Charges as Retaliation
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First reported by Walla · 1 day ago
What happened
The deputy mayor of Rishon Lezion remains detained over sexual assault allegations by a municipal employee, which he denies as retaliation for enforcing workplace rules. The investigation, ongoing since early August, may involve additional victims and evidence is being collected, including attempts to access the suspect's phone. The court extended his detention for five days amid concerns over investigation interference.
- 01Rishon Lezion deputy mayor detained over sexual assault allegations involving a city employee.
- 02Police suspect two separate incidents dating back to 2021 and possibly more victims.
- 03Suspect denies charges, claiming accusations are revenge for enforcing attendance rules.
- 04Court extended detention five days; police sought eight days, citing risk of investigation obstruction.
- 05Police want to publish suspect's name to encourage other victims to come forward.
- 06Suspect refused to provide phone access, which police consider key evidence.
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