Israel Police

Israel Dog Unit holds special exhibition for Samaria school

At the request of the Ariel Police Station, the Israel Dog Unit (IDU) conducted a special demonstration on Tuesday for hundreds of students at the Milkin School in the city of Ariel.

Galilee kibbutz warns of daily gunfire from nearby Arab villages

A resident of Kibbutz Beit Rimon in the Galilee reported that there is daily gunfire of several kinds of weapons in his region.

Route 443 Assassination:

Assassins posed as police, killed reservist who was nearby

An investigation of the shooting on Route 443 indicates the suspects posed as police, pursued their assassination targets and killed reservist Sergei Metatov, an innocent passerby who happened upon the scene.

Prisoner who attacked guard removed from release list

A prisoner who was due to be released under the hostage deal attacked a prison guard at Ketziot and was removed from the list of those to be set free.

Public safety:

Hiking during Sukkot holiday? Heed to police warnings

Police warn the public who plan to be out in nature on hikes during the Sukkot holiday against approaching any remains of missiles, rockets, or downed drones.

Haredi draft-dodger arrests continue despite protests,

Despite haredi protests, the IDF and Israel Police have continued to arrest haredi draft dodgers, including at Ben-Gurion airport.

Two years after 10/7:

Hamas cluster grenade found in Kibbutz Be'eri

Ofakim police officers located a grenade in Kibbutz Be'eri, which was apparently used by Hamas terrorists during the October 7th massacre.

Inside the flotilla:

Police spokesperson reveals empty vessel, no humanitarian aid

Watch: Israel Police spokesperson to international media boards one of the vessels from the intercepted Gaza-bound flotilla, revealing there was no aid aboard despite activist claims.

Israel Dog Unit holds special needs exhbition ahead of Yom Kippur

On Tuesday, the Israel Dog Unit (IDU), a nonprofit specializing in working dogs, organized a heartfelt event for children with special needs in advance of Yom Kippur.

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Police foil massive smuggling attempt disguised as toilet paper

Two residents of the Galilee were arrested on suspicion of attempting to smuggle 80,000 packs of cigarettes from Dubai disguised as paper products.

Holon residents arrested for contact with Iranian intelligence

The Shin Bet and Israel Police arrested two 26-year-old residents of Holon suspected of working for Iranian intelligence, carrying out surveillance missions, and attempting to recruit others. An indictment is expected in the coming days.

Rabbi Mazuz's grave desecrated in act of mischief

Six minors aged 11-14 were detained after damage was found at Bnei Brak Cemetery, including the grave of Rabbi Meir Mazuz. Police said the vandalism followed a brawl.

Attack foiled

Islamic State terrorist planned to detonate bomb at bus stop

Islamic State-affiliated terrorist planned to detonate a bomb at an Akko bus stop to harm IDF soldiers.

Iran tries to recruit Israelis by phone

Israeli police have announced numerous reports of phone calls in broken Hebrew in which Iranian intelligence operatives tried to recruit civilians.

Israeli-American accused of espionage for Iran

While living in Morocco, Yaakov Perl made contact with Iranian intelligence, and even came to Israel to carry out their instructions.

Shocking murder during Rosh Hashanah

A Jerusalem man in his 80's has been arrested for murdering his caretaker and hiding her body in the bathtub of his house.

Another suspect arrested in arson near Prime Minister’s residence

Police detectives arrest seventh suspect involved in setting fire to trash bins and a vehicle in the Rehavia neighborhood a few weeks ago, near the Prime Minister’s official residence.

Inciting terrorism:

Former MK Hanin Zoabi detained for investigation

The police detained former MK Hanin Zoabi for questioning on Sunday morning for inciting terrorism at an anti-Israel conference abroad.

Road rage:

Aerial chase after driver who was driving 233 km/h

The air unit helicopter pilot described the driver, who was traveling at 233 km/h, as a "killer on the road." The vehicle was seized, and the driver's license revoked.

Emergency services salute son of fallen officer

Samaria emergency services held a special tribute this week for Naveh Winklestein, the son of police officer Elad, who was murdered in a shooting attack.

May Golan affair:

Complications in negotiations for state's witness deal

Police announce the recruitment of a state’s witness in the investigation involving Social Equality Minister May Golan. Another potential witness backed out at the last moment.

Tel Aviv outrage:

Police announcement sparks criticism from community leaders

Tel Aviv community leaders strongly attack police announcement that special requests must be submitted for approval of 'sensitive prayers' over the High Holidays, 'Mayor Huldai has pushed Tel Aviv to the extreme.'

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Unprecedented emergency drill in the south

The Southern District of the police carried out a large-scale security drill this week as part of preparations for the High Holidays.

Police commissioner, Ben-Gvir tout cooperation at toast

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and Police Commissioner Daniel Levi dismissed reports of tensions between them at a shared Rosh Hashana toast.

Police raid Minister May Golan's office

The office was implicated in a fraud scheme involving fictitious employment and fraudulent tax returns.

Report:

Police and prosecutors tried to frame Israeli journalist

A journalist was summoned for questioning with the permission of the prosecution, allegedly to incriminate journalist Amiel Yarchi and to identify his source for a recording that embarrassed the police leadership.

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Over 80 traffic fines issued in northern Israel

Carmel District police issued dozens of traffic fines, removed unsafe vehicles from the road, and detained drivers suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs.

Terrorist neutralized using a belt and chair

Off-duty police officer and civilians who were guests at a hotel in Tzuba recount how they worked together to neutralize a terrorist who began stabbing guests.

Boy who went missing in Tzfat found in Jerusalem

Young boy from Tzfat found at Western Wall in Jerusalem after Northern District police conduct extensive searches throughout the night.

One year later:

Dramatic development in investigation of hasid's murder

Police arrested an Arab criminal from Ramla on suspicion of murdering Jewish neighbor following a new forensic report.

Ben-Gvir touts 'end of neglect' in Umm Al-Fahm

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir toured Umm al-Fahm with police and the Israel Lands Authority as part of an effort to enforce building violations.

'Go shout in the Knesset'

MK Kariv clashes with Jerusalem police commander

MK Gilad Kariv confronts Jerusalem police commander during protest; officer tells him: "Go shout in the Knesset."

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Arab arrested after admitting to spitting in Jews' ice cream

A man from eastern Jerusalem in his 20s was arrested on suspicion of incitement after appearing in a video in which he claims he contaminates Israeli ice cream by spitting and inserting his fingers into the product.

Two arrested for central Jerusalem arson

Police arrested a 60- and 80-year-old for allegedly setting fire to tires and dumpsters in the Rehavia and Givat Ram neighborhoods, causing severe damage to an IDF reservist's car.

Hostages' families call for police to prevent disruptive protests

Families of the hostages appealed to Police Commissioner Daniel Levi, demanding action against road blockages and disturbances that 'endanger the stability of the state and hinder the return of the hostages'

Police shocked

Preschool teacher caught with pound of cocaine

Jerusalem District Police arrested two suspects in their 30s with half a kilo of cocaine and cash; the suspects, including a preschool teacher, were taken for questioning and face custody hearing.

Western Wall:

Suspect tries to spray paint again: There is a holocaust in Gaza

A 27-year-old Jerusalem resident was arrested today after spray-painting graffiti at a light rail station, shortly after being released from a previous arrest.

Jerusalem fundraising event for Gaza canceled

Following a complaint by the Btsalmo organization, the police deemed an event organized by the far-left Standing Together in central Jerusalem as illegal.

New police rules bar protesters from blocking major routes

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir published a policy paper regulating police conduct at protests, banning the blocking of highways, hospital access, and emergency routes.

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Handguns in freezer, explosive devices found in Arab apartment

A special task force from the Central District uncovered handguns, assault rifles, explosive devices, and ammunition in an Arab household and arrested 11 suspects.

Hospital workers among suspects in Jerusalem nationalist arson

Police arrested five suspects from eastern Jerusalem, including two hospital employees, accused of preparing Molotov cocktails and setting fires near a Jerusalem hospital with a nationalist motive.

Arab arrested for threatening kidnapping and extortion

An indictment was filed against a young man from Tamra who threatened to kidnap children and harm a family if he did not receive 150,000 shekels.

Tel Aviv:

Seven illegal Arabs arrested for planning terror attack

ISA, Israel Police, arrest seven illegal Arabs in Tel Aviv for planning terror attack.

Police seek man who murdered discharged IDF soldier

The police today issued an urgent appeal to locate Orel Shukrun, 19, from Tiberias, suspected of killing Daniel Aslan, a 22-year-old discharged IDF soldier.

Central Israel:

Two bodies found in burning vehicle, police investigating

Police are investigating the deaths of two men found in a burning vehicle near Kafr Qassem.

Terrorist who carried out shooting attack in Binyamin arrested

The terrorist, a Palestinian Arab in his 30s from the village of Al Mughayyir, was arrested within less than 24 hours of the attack; the pistol used in the shooting was located during searches.

Shocking:

Police officer stomps on protester's head

A Border Police officer was filmed kicking a haredi anti-draft protester in Bnei Brak in the head. Police: 'The incident has been referred for review.'

Old City residents complain of 'nightmare traffic' every evening

Residents of the Jewish Quarter of Jerusalem's Old City have raised concerns over severe evening traffic congestion caused when Jaffa Gate is opened to all vehicles after 6 p.m.

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Police raid homes of terrorists paid by PA

In a nighttime operation in east Jerusalem, hundreds of thousands of shekels, foreign currency and vehicles were seized from the homes of former security prisoners who received funds from the Palestinian Authority.

Police raid Rabbi Dov Lior's home, two grandchildren arrested

On Thursday morning, police arrested two grandsons of Rabbi Dov Lior at his home in Jerusalem—one of them reportedly around 12 years old.

Tulkarm resident who planned terror attack arrested in Ra'anana

Police arrest Tulkarm resident in Ra’anana on suspicion of planning terror attack.

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Illegal wall demolished for the second time

Police forces carried out an operation Tuesday morning in Kfar Kara to demolish a wall that had been illegally rebuilt by criminal elements. This marks the second demolition of the same wall in recent months.

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42 Gazans found in Nazareth

Officers from the Northern Border Police and the Northern District Police arrested a total of 42 residents of the Gaza Strip who entered Israel illegally.

Three arrested for taking over beach in Jisr az-Zarqa

Three suspects were arrested after allegedly taking over a public beach in a national park and extorting protection fees from its visitors.

Terrorism:

Three arrested for plan to blow up club and murder pilot

Shin Bet and Jerusalem police arrest father, son, and accomplice from eastern Jerusalem accused of planning attacks against security forces, civilians and IAF pilot.

IDF soldier killed in tragic accident near Be’er Sheva

An IDF soldier, about 20 years old, killed in a tragic traffic accident on Route 222, south of Be’er Sheva. The vehicle collided with a safety barrier, MDA medics pronounce the soldier dead at the scene. A joint investigation is underway.

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15-year-old escapes from police station

The youngster was brought to the Zevulun police station after being suspected of theft and participating in a brawl. Police are scanning the area.

Police spokesman to Arutz Sheva:

The police are apolitical, they do not belong to anyone

Assistant Commissioner Lior Abudraham tells Arutz Sheva the Israel Police operates professionally and independently, rejects claims of political enforcement.

Woman found dead in Jerusalem apartment

Police and forensic teams have launched an investigation after a woman was found dead in an apartment in the Armon Hanatziv neighborhood of Jerusalem.

Dramatic footage:

Reckless driver flees police in desert pursuit

Yoav Unit halts reckless driver violating parole; Negev resident charged with endangering lives, obstructing officers, and multiple traffic offenses.