Crime in Israel

Criminals taking advantage of homes emptied by Iran attacks, charges reveal

Over the past few days, Israel Police have logged several theft attempts that took place either during or right after sirens, when citizens and authorities are otherwise occupied. 

Three suspects arrested in northern Israel on suspicion of stealing from a shelter and breaking into a house under the cover of alarms

Three-year-old locked in bathtub sink: Kindergarten teacher faces 3.5 years in jail for abuse

 The accused assailant in a child abuse case at a kindergarten.

Israel Police detain Palestinian for attempting to smuggle vehicle parts into Jordan

 Stolen car parts seized after a criminal attempted to smuggle them from Israel into Jordan.

Three teens arrested in connection to attacking, torching home of Old City resident

The charred entrance to the victim’s apartment

Two teens arrested after accidentally shooting friend in Rishon Lezion

The teens were handling a firearm belonging to one of their parents in an open area when one of them was shot and is currently stated to be in critical condition.

 Magen David Adom (MDA) medics arrive at the scene of a shooting in Rishon Lezion, June 8, 2025.

Family ‘shocked’ as police arrest 16-year-old son recruited by Iran to carry out sabotage - N12

"A" was first approached about six months ago, after posting a scooter for sale online. An individual who expressed interest in the ad offered him a way to make quick money.

 (illustrative) A hooded figure conducting espionage for Iran

Prosecution indicts 18-year-old for raping girl with disabilities

In its request to have him detained until all the legal proceedings conclude, the prosecution noted that Sarsur's acts were carried out for the sole purpose of his pleasures and inclinations.

 View of an Israel Police vehicle.

Police probe as Jerusalem synagogue blaze deemed 'unequivocally' arson, cross sprayed on door

The police discovered images of Christian crosses, spray-painted onto the door of a house near the scene.

 Image showing the damage caused by a fire at a Jerusalem synagogue in the Sanhedria neighbourhood on Sunday, June 8, 2025.

Man arrested after stabbing, killing 67-year-old mother in Nahariya

The man was found after police conducted extensive searches after he fled the scene.

 The Coastal District Commander, Commissioner Yechiel Bohadana, arrived at the scene to conduct a situational assessment.

Palestinian arrested for kidnapping Israeli to West Bank over financial dispute

The police stated that the reason for the alleged kidnapping was a financial dispute.

 The Israeli police pointing towards the inside of a car.

Police to file indictment against Dan Agam Cohen for the murder of his sister, Maya

Police investigations showed that during this time, Dan would routinely threaten her life, telling her that she should “get used to being underground,”

Male hands arrested with handcuffs in Criminal concept (illustrative)

Health Ministry: License of doctor accused of sexual offenses to be revoked for 6 months

Dr. Aryeh Levin has been accused of the rape and sexual assault of patients, including two minors - females aged 12 and 15.

 Doctor writing notes during a session with a patient.

Nat'l Crime Unit arrests six on suspicion of bribery in raid on Tel Aviv municipality offices

The suspects will be brought to a hearing regarding the extension of their detention at the Rishon LeZion Magistrate's Court today.

 The water fountain at the bottom of the Tel Aviv Municipality building at Rabin Square on July 5, 2015.

Bat Yam man dies after stabbing partner, barricading self on roof for nine hours

A negotiation team from the Israel Police worked to bring the situation to a resolution, the forces confirmed.

 A man barricaded himself on a rooftop of a building after murdering his wife in Bat Yam, central Israel, June 2, 2025