Israel Police

Eichmann's bodyguard honored by police commissioner

The officer who watched over Nazi leader Adolf Eichmann during his trial was given a promotion for his police advocacy work.

Two girls suspected kidnapped by their mother

Two girls from the United States are suspected to have been kidnapped by their mother to prevent them returning to their father's custody.

Police uncover mafia tunnel in northern Israel

The tunnel was apparently used by the Samir Bakri crime organization as a hideout during police raids and pursuits after criminals.

Arab tries to drown Jewish child, case closed in two days

A six-year-old boy was held underwater by a grown man. The parents allege attempted murder, but police have already closed the case.

Ex-police official claims:

'Commissioner Shabtai stabbed me'

Fmr. Operations Directorate head Amnon Alkelai claims Commissioner Kobi Shabtai stabbed him in the leg and that he is unfit for his post.

Guns, ammo, drugs and more:

Police conduct massive operation to uncover illegal arms

Thousands of officers conducted raids across the country to confiscate illegal weapons and other contraband.

Police to change procedures for handling domestic violence

A series of new procedures seeks to address neglected aspects of what is already a highly sensitive procedure.

Jerusalem:

Court extends arrest of teacher accused of sexual abuse

Jerusalem teacher, 52, is accused of sexually abusing students.

Burqa clashes:

Police to appeal release of Binyamin resident

Police will appeal the decision to release the man arrested in connection with the killing of a Palestinian Arab to house arrest.

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Police chase driver who broke through roadblock at 118 MPH

The suspect, a Bedouin resident of the Negev in his 30s, was indicted and is being held in detention.

Apparent recommendation:

National Guard to form within the Police, not as separate body

This week, following two months of deliberations, the committee to form the Israeli National Guard has reached the decision stage.

Pro bono legal aid system established to protect protests

A group of lawyers has announced they will provide free legal services to protect protesters from police infringement of their rights.

Watch: Tens of thousands of shekels thrown out the window

Owners of fashion chain are visited by tax investigators, police - and throw shekel bills out the windows.

Police prevent abduction of woman's body

Rioters in Beit Shemesh attempted to remove the body of a 50 year old woman from a crime scene and attacked police in the area.

Police volunteer steps down following post against Ben Gvir

Volunteer with national police motorcycle unit will stop volunteering after Facebook post against National Security Minister.

Police demand posts with officers' details be removed

The police demanded that posts by anti-government protesters with details of officers who are accused of excessive force be removed.

Doctors warn Police Commissioner against using tear gas

A group of doctors warned the Police Commissioner about the potential health effects of using tear gas to disperse protests.

Police officer reveals:

This is how selective enforcement works in Judea and Samaria

According to the officer, Arabs have to be stopped to receive speeding tickets, while Jews can receive them in the mail.

Yeshiva student caught stealing crowd control munitions

Police caught the suspect trying to reach ammunition through a gap in a gate near Rachel's Tomb.

Police accuse media of biased reports on anti-reform protests

Israel Police statements accuse media outlets of failing to report violence against officers in last night's protests.

Protester arrested for breaking flag over officer's head

A protester against the judicial reform smashed a flagpole over a police officer's head and was arrested.

Judicial reform:

Police dismiss anti-reform volunteers who threatened to quit

170 volunteers signed a petition threatening to stop volunteering if the government passes judicial reform.

Ben-Gvir's reform:

1000 NIS raise for police and correctional officers

The Ministry of National Security will pay law enforcement officers approximately 1,000 shekels more per month to swell police ranks.

Right-wing protest moved away from Attorney General's home

Right-wing activists protest near Attorney General Baharav-Miara's home, are distanced from scene by police officers.

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Police officer rescues car thief from burning vehicle

When the stolen vehicle he was chasing hit a monument and burst into flames, a police officer stepped up to save the thief.

Weapons reform:

Civilian who neutralizes terrorist won't have weapon taken

Min. Itamar Ben Gvir and Israel Police agree on new policy allowing civilians who neutralize active terrorists to maintain their weapons.

Police seize 100 unsafe cars in Judea and Samaria

Police and IDF forces worked to seize unlicensed cars frequently used for criminal and terrorist groups.

Civilian who shot Tel Aviv terrorist recounts the attack

"I prayed that a bullet would come out of my gun, otherwise I would die."

Weapons and ammunition discovered in Bedouin preschool

Police raid in Bedouin Arab communities unearths weapons, ammunition, hidden in local preschool.

Senior police official:

'We have intelligence that protesters are planning a rampage'

Police preparing for a day of protests and blockades on Monday and are concerned over threats to disrupt operations at Ben Gurion Airport.

Man arrested after robbing yeshiva in Acre

A man who stole property from the Hesder Yeshiva in Acre was caught and arrested during a police operation against theft in the area.

Man arrested for stealing charity boxes during burglary

A man broke into a business in northern Israel. Finding the cash register empty, her instead stole charity boxes kept nearby.

Knesset committee to review police brutality complaints

The National Security committee will review complaints against the Israel Police, including thousands of claims of police brutality.

Knesset Speaker gifts armored cars to elite units

Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana presented several armored vehicles to two elite Israel Police undercover units.

Police discover large quantities of drugs - in air conditioning

Driver arrested after police discover large quantities of drugs in vehicle's air conditioning system.

Police Commissioner to step down in January

Minister Ben Gvir and Police Commissioner Yaakov Shabtai agree that the latter will conclude his term in office on January 17, 2024.

Calls for civil disobedience:

Police to examine remarks of Yair Golan and Ehud Barak

Israel Police team charged with dealing with incitement to look into comments that called for civil disobedience against the government.

Five violent incidents in three hours in Arab cities

Police have opened an investigation into two new counts of murder in Arab-majority cities.

'Put a bullet in Bibi's head'

Beit Shemesh man arrested for threatening Prime Minister

The Beit Shemesh resident was arrested for sending threats on a public Whatsapp group and was released on limited terms.

Kiryat Gat security guard arrested for sexual abuse of minors

A security guard in Kiryat Gat was arrested after having sold drugs to and sexually abused minors.

Task Force Tequilla: The ISA's last resort

A look at the elite undercover unit that hunted down the terrorists from the attack at Eli Junction.

Top police chief candidate:

'Whoever attacks police officers attacks the state of Israel'

Deputy Commissioner Yoram Sofer says he will act with a heavy hand against protesters who block roads.

In two weekend operations:

Police work to nab illegal PA Arab infiltrators

According to the police, 284 illegal aliens were arrested over the past week, along with 53 Israeli accomplices.

During police chase:

Six injured in collision on Highway 60

Six injured, including a girl in serious condition, when police vehicle collides with car while pursuing suspected thieves.

Summer fun? Not like this:

Police catch children swimming in the bed of moving pickup truck

Police in central Israel stopped a moving pickup truck that was converted into a makeshift pool.

Ben Gvir:

'Zero tolerance for anyone who attacks police officers'

National Security Minister backs police who arrested leftist demonstrators who disturbed the peace outside PM's home in Caesarea.

During protest:

Violent clashes near Netanyahu's home in Caesarea

At least 14 arrested after demonstrators arrive, unannounced, outside PM's home and protest while making noise.

Holon:

Suspected car thieves run over 60-year-old and kill him

Police arrest two suspected car thieves who, while trying to flee the police, hit a motorcyclist who was critically injured - and died.

Police eavesdropping system bug caused evidence tampering

National Security Minister Ben-Gvir furious that law enforcement establishment failed to report glitches to him.

Suspected of planning attack

Palestinian Arab caught on a bus in Haifa with ammunition

Suspect arrested near Grand Canyon Haifa Mall, transferred to investigation by the police and Shin Bet.

Arabs who attacked Jewish family agree to plea bargain

Police, attorneys for terrorists who attacked Jewish family, reach plea bargain for light sentences - but fail to inform victims' attorney.

Man killed by police suffered mental health issues, family says

Michael Hassan, 33, attacked his mother, then attacked police and paramedics with a knife.

Policeman who hit Meron visitor to stand trial

Department for investigating police officers announces decision to try policeman who hit haredi man last Lag Ba'omer.

Clashes at police station:

Dozens of protesters enter police station to protest an arrest

Violent confrontation breaks out at Glilot police station as anti-judicial reform protesters demonstrate following arrest of a friend.

Terror attack foiled:

Arab cook planned Jerusalem knife attack

Police arrested Jersalem Arab for violating restraining order, found he was planning stabbing attack.

Police Commissioner:

'All signs point to Tel Aviv ramming being a terrorist attack'

Kobi Shabtai on dismissal of Tel Aviv District Commander: It was part of a round of appointments that were planned in advance.

Complete the Judicial Reform, PM Netanyahu

The lawlessness of the left-wing rioters and the cowardice of the IDF and police are pushing Israel into crisis.Op-ed.

Report:

Israel Police barring Jews from part of Old City of Jerusalem

Amid Ramadan violence, Israeli authorities reportedly barring Jews from entering Hagai Street in the Old City of Jerusalem.

For the second night in a row:

Violent clashes erupt at Al-Aqsa Mosque

At least 11 arrested as masked youth barricade themselves inside Al-Aqsa Mosque and police forces work to evacuate them.

Al-Aqsa riots:

UAE criticizes Israeli police but also worshipers

UAE criticizes Israeli police officers for storming Al-Aqsa Mosque and also the worshipers who barricaded themselves inside.