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Israeli Police Investigate Polygamy Cases Involving Multiple Wives and Dozens of Children in Negev

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First reported by Arutz Sheva · 2 hours ago

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Israeli police are investigating polygamy cases in the Negev involving men married to multiple women, some without legal residency, and dozens of children. Two men, aged 83 and 40, face charges related to polygamy and illegal residency. Both were released under restrictions as investigations continue.

01An 83-year-old Rahat man allegedly married multiple women, including five Palestinian Authority residents without legal permits.
02He is suspected of fathering 45 children and married his latest wife in April.
03A 40-year-old Bir al-Saba man married three women, with his third wedding in July followed by a honeymoon in Barcelona.
04He was arrested upon return to Israel and released under restrictive conditions after questioning.
05Police are intensifying efforts against polygamy, illegal residency, and related offenses in the Negev.
06Investigations are ongoing, with cases to be reviewed by the Southern District Prosecutor's Office.

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