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Two Teens Arrested for Arson Attack on Japnika Branch in Gush Dan

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First reported by Ynet · 5 hours ago

What happened

Two 18-year-olds from Rehovot are set to be indicted for arson after allegedly setting fire to a Japnika restaurant in Givatayim on July 12. The suspects were arrested following a police investigation using technological tracking, and evidence was found linking them to the crime. The case follows a similar attack on another Japnika branch in Kiryat Ono.

  • 01Two 18-year-olds from Rehovot are accused of arson at a Japnika branch in Givatayim.
  • 02The attack occurred on July 12 around 4 a.m., involving inflammable liquid and a quick escape.
  • 03Police used technological tools to track suspects who tried to erase their traces.
  • 04The first suspect was arrested on July 27, the second shortly after, both linked by evidence found at their homes.
  • 05Prosecution statements were filed yesterday, preparing for indictments against the two youths.
  • 06This case follows another attack involving a grenade at a Japnika branch in Kiryat Ono.

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Full coverage · 3 outlets

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

MaarivCenter · Hebrew3 hours ago
Two Teens Arrested for Arson Attack on Japnika Branch in Gush Dan
WallaCenter · Hebrew4 hours ago
Police Complete Investigation into Arson of Jafnika Restaurant Branch in Givatayim
YnetCenter · Hebrew5 hours ago
Two 18-Year-Olds Charged for Arson at Japnika Branch in Givatayim

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