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Police Uncover Major Contradictions in Testimonies of Eldar Dayan’s Suspected Murderers

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By כיכר השבת, קובי רוזן

First reported by Maariv · Aug 19, 2026

What happened

Israeli police investigating Eldar Dayan’s murder uncovered major contradictions in the suspects’ testimonies, including false claims about fleeing police presence and deleted phone evidence. The investigation also explores whether the suspects abandoned Dayan while he was injured. Confrontations with other youths involved in a prior fight are planned.

  • 01Police found serious contradictions in the suspects’ testimonies about the murder of Eldar Dayan.
  • 02Suspects falsely claimed they fled due to police arrival, but police came 30 minutes later.
  • 03One suspect’s phone was returned only after evidence was deleted, raising suspicions of tampering.
  • 04Police will confront suspects with five youths involved in a prior altercation with Dayan.
  • 05Testimonies indicate suspects threatened Dayan and damaged a vehicle before the fight.
  • 06Investigators are probing if suspects knowingly left injured Dayan behind.

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OrganizationsIsraeli Police, Sharon District Central Unit
PlacesDimona, Petah Tikva, Israel

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Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewAug 19, 2026
Police Uncover Major Contradictions in Testimonies of Eldar Dayan’s Suspected Murderers
MaarivCenter · HebrewAug 19, 2026
Police Admit Lack of Forensic Evidence Linking Suspect to Eldar Dayan Murder

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