Israel Police
National Headquarters for Combating Crime in Arab Society launches to tackle rising violence
The headquarters was created in response to what its founder described as “deliberate state failure” in the government and police’s handling of the wave of crime.
Civil Administration rescues Israeli wandering Kalkilya, police probing surrounding circumstances
Teenage girl targeted by repeat sex offender at Bat Yam beach despite IPS 'surveillance'
Ultra-Orthodox rioters to remain in custody after chasing female IDF soldiers, clashing with police
Dozens of sheep dead after pen burns in West Bank, electrical short circuit confirmed
According to the police statement and Fire and Rescue investigators, an electrical failure was responsible for the ignition and the fire, which led to the death of the sheep.
Watch: Kfar Saba police arrest Gaza resident, terrorist released from the Schalit deal
A security guard reported a suspect attempting to enter the mall. Officers from the Sharon area responded quickly, apprehending the Gaza resident, who was in Israel illegally.
Bnei Brak clashes reflect long-building tensions within haredi society, researcher says - interview
An Israel Democracy Institute researcher says the violence reflects long-standing shifts within haredi society and mounting friction over IDF conscription.
Jerusalem Police complete Ramadan preparations, vow to maintain status quo on Temple Mount
Jerusalem District Commander Avshalom Peled said ahead of Ramadan that the district remains “committed to safeguarding freedom of worship for members of all religions and communities in the city.”
IDF clashes with police over Bnei Brak incident, says attacked soldiers did not distribute leaflets
“The claim that the commanders who were attacked yesterday in Bnei Brak arrived in order to distribute recruitment flyers in the city is incorrect," IDF Spokesperson Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin said.
Seven arrested for allegedly defrauding Israel’s wartime evacuation grants
The suspects allegedly sought to fraudulently claim evacuation grants from the National Insurance Institute, causing millions of shekels in public fund losses.
Father blasts release of Israeli nurse who broke toddler's bones: 'Our child was helpless'
“How does the judge say that it’s enough to watch the video and then decide to release her?” the father said. “You have to look at the severity of her actions. This is a scandal.”
Israeli police arrest seven, stop attempted infiltration of 15 Palestinian residents
The suspects were reportedly traveling to work in Bnei Brak, where they had planned an extended stay, the Police Spokesperson’s Unit said.
Suspicious envelope found at Prime Minister's Office, sent to biological lab
The envelope was examined by Israel Police forensic laboratory personnel on location, who eliminated the possibility of an explosive. It was then sent to a biological laboratory in Ness Ziona.
Indictment filed against Jerusalem man over alleged attempt to burn minor on bus
The suspect, identified as Yaakov Yisrael Berkowitz, 31, allegedly poured gasoline on the 12-year-old victim following an earlier confrontation with his father.
