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13-Year-Old Arrested for Stabbing 12-Year-Old During Park Fight in Ashdod

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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · Aug 5, 2026

What happened

In Ashdod, a 13-year-old stabbed a 12-year-old during a park fight, causing minor injuries; the suspect was arrested after fleeing.

  • 01A 13-year-old stabbed a 12-year-old during a fight in an Ashdod public park.
  • 02The victim was lightly injured and treated at Assuta Medical Center.
  • 03The suspect initially fled but was caught following police investigation and security footage review.
  • 04Police gathered evidence and witness statements at the scene.
  • 05The incident highlights ongoing concerns about youth violence in Ashdod.

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Full coverage · 2 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

MaarivCenter · HebrewAug 5, 2026
13-Year-Old Arrested for Stabbing 12-Year-Old During Park Fight in Ashdod
Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewAug 5, 2026
Ashdod Police Arrest Minor Suspected of Stabbing Another Minor in Park

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