Israel Police

3 Jews detained for 'prayer on Temple Mount'

Police say three Jews are banned from returning to the Temple Mount for 'crime' of prayer; lawyer says two didn't even pray, one moved lips.

Israel makes history with first Muslim police commissioner

Internal Security Minister Gilad Erdan to set up Arab branches of Israel Police to serve and protect under Arab Deputy Commissioner.

Sexual assault complaint filed with police against Moshe Ivgy

As allegations against renowned Israeli actor mount, one woman agrees to press charges with the police.

Police nab teen terrorist just in time

14-year-old Arab youth arrested in Jerusalem's Old City, after police discover a knife concealed in his clothes.

Watch: Israel's mounted police officers in action

Students join Israel Police for real time riot control exercise in the Galilee.

Police deny wrongdoing in search for Tel Aviv terrorist

Head of police's Operations Unit says outrage over police not following up lead on Milhem's whereabouts is a 'storm in a teacup.'

Police ignored reported spotting of Tel Aviv terrorist

Police reportedly never followed up call from two women who saw Nashat Milhem enter a bus in north Tel Aviv with bloodstains on his shirt.

'Suddenly a man wakes up and learns he's a serial sex offender'

Ex-MK Yinon Magal asserts 'my life has stopped,' despite police's recommendation to close sexual harassment investigation against him.

Hanin Zoabi convicted for insulting public official

Prosecutors demand firebrand MK be held on three years probation for calling Arab policemen 'traitors' in July 2014 demonstration.

Police refuse to release far-left activist

Radical left-wing activist arrested in connection to damning Channel 2 was set to be released, but police intend to hold him pending appeal.

Police arrest second radical leftist activist

Week after far-left activist detained at airport in apparent attempt to flee Israel, another man has been taken into custody.

Criminal ring defrauded elderly immigrants in Israel

Israeli police uncover international fraud scam aimed at immigrants from former Soviet countries living in Israel.

Rivlin: The Islamic State is already here, within Israel

Rivlin addressed the INSS conference stressing the need for law enforcement to isolate and firmly handle violent Arab extremists.

Police: Nahariya terror suspect wasn't planning attack

Police say the female Arab resident of Tayibe arrested following emergency alert in Israel's north had no weapons on her person.

Police: Milhem may have had as many as 20 accomplices

Accomplices include those who actively helped the Tel Aviv shooter as well as those who recognized him but did not alert authorities.

Police to probe extreme leftist who turned Palestinians in to PA

Left-wing extremist Ezra Nawi under police investigation for exposing Palestinians to fate of torture and capital punishment.

Watch: Israeli Police launch major crackdown on illegal weapons

From today's ILTV edition. Nationwide sweep aims to end gun crime in Arab sector.

Tel Aviv gunman disabled cameras in Amit Shaban's cab

No footage of Nashat Milhem's escape exists, leading investigators to believe he disabled cameras sometime before murdering driver.

Police arrest dozens in nationwide illegal weapons sweep

Hundreds of rounds of ammo, illegal firearms and more than 50 suspects rounded up in first day of major nationwide crackdown.

Deputy Police Commissioner Roni Ritman to keep his position

Ritman to remain head of Lehav 433 unit, though Commissioner Alsheich castigates his conduct.

Falafel, fries and a side of weapons

Jerusalem police seize weapons caches hidden in falafel stall, residential courtyard in two Arab neighborhoods.

Police to interrogate Prime Minister's wife under caution

Interrogation of Sara Netanyahu will mark first time a serving prime minister's wife questioned by police.

Demands to punish police who beat journalists at Duma protest

‘It's time for action and results,’ writes chairman of Association of Israeli Journalists following last night’s violence against reporters.

Teen arrested for calling in false terror attack to police

Crackdown on prank calls to emergency hotlines continues after massive police deployment to Beit Shemesh yields nothing at all.

Roni Alshich assumes role as Police Commisioner

After long search process and a broken leg, the Israel Police finally welcome a new leader.

Acting Police Commissioner to resign at end of 2015

Police Commissioner Bentzi Sau to retire after training his replacement, Roni Alsheich; second police shake-up this week.

New police chief 'must change culture of sexual harassment'

After reports fifth police official to be investigated for sexual harassment, former police commander hopes Roni Alshich can effect change.

As terror rages, Judea-Samaria District commander resigns

Commander Shlomi Michael resigns from his post, at the height of a terror war in the region.

Erdan denies Jewish quota on Temple Mount

Internal Security Minister says there will not be a limit on Jewish visitors to Temple Mount, despite police announcement to the contrary.

Police against initiative to lower jailing age to 12

Police express reservations against jailing teen terrorists, opining it will encourage - not hinder - violent crime amongst minors.

Muslim Arab agent aided Israel Police in major drug bust

38 suspects arrested using the agent's information, after he built rapport with local dealers.

Palestinian arrested for harassing police hotline

Suspect left multiple messages saying he had a bomb and a weapons cache on hand for a major terror attack.

Stabbing in Eilat two weeks ago was terror attack

Israel Security Agency says terrorist was inspired by videos on social media documenting stabbings of Israelis.

Bill: Tougher fines for pranks on emergency hotlines

Terror wave prompting push to enforce laws against false emergency calls; proposals could change entire emergency hotline system.

Police defend wrongful deaths in terror attack misfires

Police officers of past and present note the occasional misstep is inevitable after deaths of Jewish man, Eritrean migrant this week.

Four arrested for beating Eritrean mistaken for terrorist

Four suspects in beating of Eritrean migrant in aftermath of Be'er Sheva attack to be formally charged on Thursday, Israel Police reveals.

New Police Chief Launches Plan to Reform the Force

Roni Alsheich, fresh in his new post, to appoint two deputies tasked with operational and managerial duties so as to let him restructure.

Police Hotline Overwhelmed with 30,000 Calls Daily

Tel Aviv District police hotline commander warns Israelis to stay on alert - but also not to believe rumors on WhatsApp.

Watch: Police Storm Jerusalem Central Bus Station

Police forces search Central Bus Station following reports of second armed terrorist in Wednesday night's stabbing attack.

Proposal: IDF Forces to Back Up Police in Jerusalem

Security cabinet proposes new measures to crack down on terror after three Israelis killed in attacks in Jerusalem.

Police Official: Recent Attacks Not 'Spontaneous'

Head of Israel Police's Operations Unit asserts Islamic Movement a 'guiding hand' behind recent wave of terror in Israel.

Police Bust Terror Cell With 13 Pipe Bombs for Temple Mount

Cleared for publication: two Arabs brought explosive parts to Jerusalem, where a minor assembled them for Temple Mount riots.

Police Limit Old City Access after Terror Attacks

Jerusalem's Old City to remain partially shuttered over Simchat Torah; Muslims over 50 can still visit Temple Mount.

Video: Police Battle Temple Mount Rioters in Al Aqsa Mosque

Armed with a simple but ingenious new contraption, police face onslaught of firebombs, fireworks and boulders from Muslim extremists.

New Temple Mount Police Tactic: Mobile Barricade

InnovativeJerusalem police erect rolling barricade against mob of Arab terrorists.

Police to Impose Tighter Restrictions on Temple Mount Entry

Due to ongoing riots, police announce that, effective immediately, only Muslim men age 50 and above can enter the Temple Mount.

Erdan Wants to Publish Police Commissioner Nominee's Name

Minister for Public Security asks permission to publicize name of Shin Bet deputy, who was nominated for police commissioner.

Jerusalem Stabbing Victim Named

25 year-old Yaakov Brami died in Thursday night's stabbing; police still unclear whether the incident was crime or terror.

Constant Terror Yields Raise for Jerusalem Police

Cabinet approves 800 shekel per month raise for capital police officers in light of ongoing rock and firebomb attacks.

Gal Hirsch: Israeli Life 'Directed by Unelected Interests'

Retired Brigadier General Gal Hirsch, who withdrew his candidacy for police commissioner, claims he was the victim of a 'smear campaign.'

Scandal-Hit Hirsch Drops Candidacy for Police Commissioner

Retired General Gal Hirsch no longer aiming to be next commissioner due to harsh, lengthy opposition.

Police Ban Yeshiva from Ascending Temple Mount

Annual visit cancelled in light of recent violence - despite security clearance.

Cleared for publication

Mother of Five Arrested for Trying to Join ISIS

Turkish authorities arrest Israeli Arab woman at the border after determining she was en route to Syria.

Watch: Arab Cop Berates Elderly Jew on Waqf's Orders

Activists post video showing Arab officer on Temple Mount threatening to 'kick out' Jewish man if he makes any movements.

Jordan Blasts Israel for 'Attack' on Temple Mount

Jordan and Egypt condemn Jewish state for 'provocations' and 'escalation' in their defense against Arab rioters on Temple Mount.

Traffic Police Deployed En Masse for Rosh Hashanah

Israel will see three major waves of traffic on Rosh Hashanah eve, police say: between 10:30 and 1; 4 and 8; and 10:30 to midnight.

Police Attacked by Arab Rioters on Temple Mount

Clashes come ahead of Rosh Hashanah and follow Yaalon's decision to outlaw two Islamist groups harassing Jews on Mount.

Watch: Preemptive Police Exercise Against Terror in Jerusalem

To ensure residents and visitors' safety during High Holidays, Jerusalem police simulate responding to emergency situations.

Jew Arrested for Making Blessing over Water on Temple Mount

Young Jewish visitor to Temple Mount detained by police moments after making the ritual blessing before drinking water.

Ethiopian Tasered by Police Sparks Protests Anew

Israel's Ethiopian community will renew protests against police brutality outside national police headquarters in Jerusalem on Monday.