Mordechai Yom-Tov, who is wanted for extradition to the United States following several sexual offenses committed against minors, was arrested in Jerusalem, Israel Police announced on Thursday.
Yom-Tov allegedly fled the US in 2002 to evade consequences for his crimes.
Yom-Tov had previously been convicted in the US of sexual offenses against minors and had previously served a prison sentence. He violated the terms of his release, fleeing the country with a concealed identity, police said.
US officials had to confirm extradition permits, which were recently issued by state officials, with Israel Police reportedly receiving requests to carry out his arrest for extradition for Yom-Tov after years on the run.
Yom-Tov will stand trial for another case in the United States
Upon returning to the US, Yom-Tov is expected to stand trial in another case.
Yom-Tov was arrested at what the police called a hiding spot in Jerusalem’s Tel Arza neighborhood.
His arrest was carried out in cooperation with intelligence units and officers in the Jerusalem District. The Justice Ministry’s International unit also coordinated the operation.
The suspect’s detention was extended until Wednesday, November 26, and his extradition process will continue, Police said.