Israel Police

IDF Uniforms, Weapons and 'Poison' Seized in Hevron Raid

Police raids in Hevron area yield ammunition and weapons, while IDF detains three terror suspects.

MK Oren Hazan May Be Prosecuted for Assault

Police recommend the freshman Likud MK be indicted for allegations he assault a municipal worker in Ariel.

Erdan Re-Thinking Police Chief Appointment?

Amid corruption allegations and complaints from bereaved parents, Erdan meets with Maj. Gen. who skewered Hirsch in report on Lebanon war.

Twenty-Year Defense Contract to Boost Israel's Policing

Elbit Systems to provide Israel Police with six new helicopters in $115M contract to boost Israel's defense.

Internal Security Ministry Blasts 'Interfering' Former Cops

Former commissioners protest Gal Hirsch appointment but never held emergency meetings over corruption scandals, source slams.

Former Police Chiefs Mobilize Against New Top Cop

Gal Hirsch 'unsuitable' choice while Gilad Erdan 'has no clue about police,' former police chiefs say in attempt to thwart appointment.

President: Give New Police Commissioner A Chance

Despite backlash over Gal Hirsch's war record, Rivlin urges Israeli public to give their support to a man whose 'success is our success.'

Security Boosted on Major Highway to Prevent Terror

Residents along Route 443 have been so afraid to drive that they have been taking Highway 1 to avoid it, security source reveals.

Israel's New Chief of Police: Gen. Gal Hirsch

Internal Security Minister voices hope officer with distinguished IDF career has what it takes to shakeup police force wracked by scandals.

Jerusalem Police Were Unaware of Gay Pride Stabber's Release

Report on Gay Pride Parade attack suggests Jerusalem police were sorely unaware of Yishai Schlissel's release - until it was too late.

Fourth Jew Arrested for Calling Mohammed a 'Pig'

Israel Police also arrest a 14 year-old boy for unspecified reasons on Sunday, in latest wave of arrests at Judaism's holiest site.

Government Stalls Investigation over Senior Policeman's Death

Justice Ministry stopped committee being formed over alleged suicide of Ephraim Bracha for 'legal reasons.'

Victims of Gay Pride Stabbing Kept in Dark About Investigation

Victims call on police to apologize for their role in allowing the stabber to attend the event and attack again.

Muslim Woman Bites Police at Temple Mount

Chaotic rioting near Temple Mount entrance after police turn away Muslim teens at Gate of the Tribes; eggs also thrown.

Lehava Director Summoned for Police Questioning

Judea-Samaria police succumbs to Vatican pressure, summons anti-assimilation leader over comments regarding burning churches.

Police Top Brass Meet Canceled Due to Internal Tensions

Internal Security Minister will announce the new commissioners of police and Prisons Service in coming days.

Security Forces Raid Two Jewish Villages, Reasons Unknown

Adei Ad and Givat HaBladim raided overnight by security forces in latest apparent crackdown on 'Jewish terrorism.'

Gay Pride Stabber Had Psychotic Incident in Prison

Yishai Shlissel was declared a paranoid psychotic in 2009 and resisted psychiatric care - but police did nothing about it.

Three Soldiers Banned from Ascending Temple Mount in Uniform

Legal rights group Honenu claims the three soldiers were arrested simply for looking like observant Jews.

Police Threatened to 'Burn All Haredim' Before Arrest

'Dozens' of officers arrested a rabbi's wife in connection to the Gay Pride stabbing - without a warrant - and threatened her, husband says.

ISA Reveals Info on Underground Cell Behind Church Arson

Four young adults and a teenager allegedly ran an underground anti-Christian movement and carried out multiple arson attacks.

Temple Mount: Police Watch as Sheikh Teaches Terror to Children

Border Police spotted standing nonchalantly as Sheikh runs martyrdom 'summer camp.'

Tzfat Rabbi Threatened 'Horrible Things' if Victims Complained

Ezra Sheinberg was a 'demigod' to followers, officer involved in case reveals - and predicted calamity if victims refused, protested.

Woman Arrested for 'Insulting Mohammed': No Regrets

20-year-old Aviah Morris speaks for the first time after she was arrested for responding to Muslim death threats on Temple Mount.

Jerusalem: Woman Arrested for Saying 'Mohammed is a Pig'

Gang of Muslim women follows Jews around shouting 'Allahu Akhbar' near Temple Mount; only the Jews arrested.

Muslim Rioters Attack Israeli Police on Temple Mount

Four policeman injured by Arab rioters who threw stones, wooden planks, cement blocks and firebombs on Israel Police during Tisha B'Av.

Police Ask to Extend Sexual Abuse Rabbi's Detention Until Trial

Request to Nazareth court follows even more accusations of abuse against Rabbi Ezra Sheinberg - now from 13 women.

Gang Indicted for Stealing IDF Soldiers' Weapons

Four men from Wadi Ara accused of following IDF soldiers on trains for months with goal of breaking into their homes and stealing weapons.

Watch: Security Forces Uncover Huge Weapons Cache

Police, IDF, special forces bust terror network throughout Arab areas of Judea-Samaria; weapons found in unusual places.

Watch: Police Rescue Baby Trapped Inside Parked Car

Cops smash car window to save infant child locked inside car in the heat of summer.

'Our Father's Blood is Crying Out'

Bar Kapara family furious with police for calling farmer's murder a 'robbery gone wrong' and not a terror attack.

Suspects Arrested over Church Arson

Israel Police, ISA arrest suspects after lengthy joint operation; circumstances still unclear.

Mystery Deepens in Senior Police Officer's Suicide

Brig. Gen. Ephraim Bracha was found shot in the heart in his car. Now, his cell phone is missing.

Terrorist Released in Gilad Shalit Swap Arrested

Police and Border Patrol forces attacked by Palestinian mob in Abu Dis as they arrest released terrorist on new terror-related charges.

Senior Police Officer Commits Suicide

Former National Fraud Unit chief Lt. Commander Ephraim Bracha takes his own life after his name was implicated in Pinto corruption case.

Facing his demons

His Father was Lynched in Ramallah; Today He Protects Israelis

Roey Avrahami was just five when his father was lynched on live television in Ramallah - but his memory stayed with him for life.

17 Arrested as Hundreds Attend Ethiopian-Israeli Protest

Ethiopian Israelis protest despite agreement reached with the Israel Police; hundreds of officers deployed to keep calm.

Police, Ethiopian Israelis Reach Agreement on Reforms

Hours before mass protest due to begin, the Israel Police pledges transparency over police violence, sensitivity to the Ethiopian community.

Police are 'Left to Cope Alone' with Crime

Several Tel Aviv police officers blame Commissioner Yohanan Danino for not protecting cop who beat Ethiopian soldier, says it was legal.

Policeman Who Beat Ethiopian-Jewish Soldier Won't Be Prosecuted

Criminal charges won't be launched against cop filmed violently arresting IDF soldier of Ethiopian origin; AG said soldier used force first.

One Year After Teens' Murder: New Police Hotline Launched

110 hotline to siphon 40% of the emergency line's non-emergency calls after blunder led to teens' deaths. Parents: this is closing a circle.

IDF Southern Command Chief Shortlisted for Police Commissioner

Erdan reportedly weighing Gen. Sami Turgeman for next Police Commissioner, noting latter's popularity, integrity; Ministry denies reports.

Erdan's Plans: Revamp the Israel Police, Fight BDS

Details of agreement between PM and Internal Security, Strategic Affairs Min. Gilad Erdan emerge. Erdan: this is a challenge, opportunity.

Policeman Who Beat Ethiopian Soldier Fired

Police Commissioner Yohanan Danino announces steps against officer involved in brutal beating; second officer apparently not disciplined.

Police to Pay Damages to Temple Mount Activist

Police to pay NIS 10,000 to youth falsely arrested and humiliatingly searched after ascending to Temple Mount on Independence Day.

'It's a Complete Miracle I'm Alive,' Says Israeli Motorist

Victim of two rock-throwing attacks in the capital in less than a week's time, Chen Borochov recounts the moments of terror.

High Court Allows Jerusalem Day March Through 'Muslim Quarter'

Traditional Rikudegalim march has been held for 30 years; judges dismiss petition from leftist orgs to cancel it.

Terror outside Jerusalem

One Injured in Stabbing Attack

Palestinian Arab terrorist stabs man outside of Jerusalem; perpetrator still at large.

Ethiopian Jews' Leaders Deny Reports of Planned Protests

Police announcements anticipating violence are 'tactics' designed to make the protests 'illegitimate,' leaders say; demo cancelled.

Groom Arrested on Wedding Day for Praying at Temple Mount

Accused of praying while on wedding day visit to Temple Mount, Honenu rushes to have groom released before his upcoming nuptials.

Accident or Terror? Palestinian Driver Rams into Policeman

Driver fled the scene after ramming into a patrol car on duty in the Hevron Hills; officer injured.

Police Who Shot Knife-Wielding Attacker Won't Be Prosecuted

Investigation reveals the true story behind the shooting of Hir Al-Hamadan in Kafr Kana last year, captured in graphic CCTV footage.

Dramatic Footage: Israeli Police Officer Prevents Suicide

Sergeant commended for his bravery in risking his own life to save a man as he dangled from the roof of a building.

Rivlin: Don't Let Troublemakers Drown Out Legitimate Protest

After violent protests over discrimination against Ethiopian community, President admits 'mistakes', calls for restraint.

Watch: Detective Threatens to Punch Man in Entrapment Case

Misconduct complaint lodged after police dress up as Arabs, entrap Kokhav Hashahar residents; cops accused of false testimony.

5,000 Policemen, 3,400 Buses Expected in Meron on Lag Ba'Omer

Tens of thousands expected to attend traditional 'hillula' celebration - and police are ready to battle congestion.

Interview

Did Police Bungle Yehuda Glick Attack Response?

Glick reveals the full details of the attack that night, and how his wife's emergency call was overlooked. Police: we sent a car right away.

Watch: Police Flout Court Ruling on Jewish Temple Mount Prayer

'The court can say whatever it wants - the police have a policy here,' officer tells group who tried to say prayer for fallen soldiers.

Police: Rocks Which Hit Herzog's Car 'An Accident'

CCTV footage shows a car in front of Michal Herzog's hitting rocks on the road, causing them to fly into the air, police say.

Rocks Pelted at Michal Herzog, Labor Head's Wife

Michal Herzog reported to police Monday that her car was pelted by rocks, breaking the windshield, while she exited her Tel Aviv home.