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Three East Jerusalem residents arrested over alleged arson near Oferit base

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First reported by Ynet · Jun 15, 2026

What happened

Police arrested two adults and a minor from Issawiya, East Jerusalem, on suspicion of arson near the Oferit military base in the Jerusalem area. A Jerusalem court extended their detention until Wednesday while the investigation continues.

  • 01Police arrested three Issawiya residents over a fire near Oferit base.
  • 02The suspects are two adults and one 16-year-old.
  • 03The fire was reported last Friday to emergency line 100.
  • 04Officers and Border Police traced the suspects with help from Mevut Jerusalem observers.
  • 05Jerusalem Magistrate’s Court extended their detention until Wednesday.

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Arutz ShevaRight · HebrewJun 15, 2026
Three East Jerusalem residents arrested over alleged arson near Oferit base
YnetCenter · HebrewJun 15, 2026
Three Suspects Detained Over Brush Fire Near Jerusalem Military Base

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