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Transgender Woman Assaulted in Jerusalem Critiques Police Response
A 30-year-old transgender woman in Jerusalem was harassed and kicked in the stomach, criticizing police for releasing the suspect before filing a formal complaint.

15-Year-Old Boy Brutally Assaulted by Group of Teenagers in Petah Tikva
A 15-year-old boy was severely assaulted by a group of teenagers at a bus stop in Petah Tikva, sustaining head and facial injuries as police launch an investigation.

Minor Arrested in Jaffa Port Homophobic Assault Investigation
Jaffa police arrested a 16-year-old suspect following a violent homophobic assault on a young man near the Jaffa Port after a concert.

Young Man Brutally Attacked in Suspected Homophobic Assault at Jaffa Port
A young man claims he was brutally attacked and targeted with homophobic slurs by a group of men at the Jaffa Port following a concert. Police are investigating the incident.

Jaffa Resident Alleges Brutal Homophobic Assault Near Port
A Jaffa resident reported being brutally attacked near the Jaffa Port in a suspected homophobic assault, reigniting concerns over LGBTQ+ safety in the city following previous violent incidents.
Seven Teenagers Arrested in Ramla Following Brutal Street Assault
Police in Ramla arrested seven teenagers following a brutal street assault on a local man in his twenties. Mayor Michael Vidal strongly condemned the violence.
Public Transport Inspector Brutally Assaulted on Bus in Netanya
A public transport inspector was violently attacked in Netanya after asking a passenger to validate his fare, sparking renewed concern over safety for transit workers.
Severe Indictment Filed in Tel Aviv for Brutal Partner Abuse and Torture
A 25-year-old Bnei Brak resident was indicted in Tel Aviv for a brutal assault on his partner, violating police release terms, and committing extreme domestic violence.
Arizona US House Candidate Reveals Sexual Assault During Campaign
US House candidate Bernadette Green-Plasencia in Arizona revealed she was sexually assaulted in August, sparking a police investigation and statements from her opponent.
Supreme Court Lengthens Sentences for Father and Son in Jaffa Lawyer Assault
The Supreme Court increased prison sentences for a father and son convicted of brutally attacking Jaffa lawyer Ronen Ben-Zvi, leaving him with permanent brain damage.
Five Eilat Police Officers Arrested Over Alleged Brutal Assault
Five Eilat police officers were arrested on suspicion of brutally beating a man accused of harassment and abandoning him injured on a beach.
Israeli Influencer Spat On and Abused in Shocking Antisemitic Attack Abroad
An Israeli influencer faced severe antisemitic abuse and was spat on by an airport employee abroad after asking for travel assistance, followed by a sudden flight cancellation.
Former Footballer Andy Carroll Confirms Identity of His Sexual Attacker
Former footballer Andy Carroll has confirmed that former BBC coach Colin Adams is the man convicted of sexually assaulting him in 2019, following public court documents.
Yuval Maatuk Confronts Witness in Police Station Two Years After Assault
Reality TV star Yuval Maatuk shared details of a recent police confrontation with a witness to her alleged sexual assault, marking two years since she first filed a formal complaint.

Shoham Resident Brutally Attacked With Helmet After Confronting Motorcyclists
A local resident in Shoham was brutally attacked with a helmet by motorcyclists after confronting them over dangerous driving, sparking panic and a police manhunt.
Cornell University Gang Rape Case Reopened by New York Prosecutors
New York prosecutors have reopened a 2024 gang rape investigation involving seven Cornell University students following a civil lawsuit and widespread public backlash over alleged institutional failures.
Rehovot Resident Convicted of Assaulting Elderly Neighbors in Long Dispute
A Rehovot resident was convicted of assaulting and threatening his elderly neighbors following a years-long dispute over building committee fees, water valves, and security cameras.
Wolt Courier Speaks Out Months After Assault, Urging Victims to Report
A Wolt courier who survived a sexual assault during a delivery speaks out ten months later, urging other victims to report crimes as legal proceedings against the suspect unfold.
Rabbi Assaulted in Brooklyn Kensington Neighborhood by Repeat Offender
A 66-year-old rabbi was assaulted in Brooklyn by a repeat offender, while a separate knife incident occurred in Crown Heights, drawing strong condemnation from city officials.
Relative Alleges 13-Year-Old Girl Raped by Minors at Knifepoint in Israel
A relative of a 13-year-old girl alleges she was assaulted at knifepoint by three minors in Israel's north, sparking urgent public debate on youth violence.
Outrage in India Over Viral Video of Sexual Assault in Bihar
Public outrage in India follows a viral video showing a teenage girl sexually assaulted and her friend beaten in Bihar. Thousands protested amid political backlash.
Jerusalem Hotel Assault: Musician Attacked After Reporting Homophobic Threats
A Tel Aviv musician was physically assaulted and subjected to homophobic slurs at a Jerusalem hotel after management brought him face-to-face with a guest who had threatened him.
Times Square Attacker Receives 90 Days in Jail for Antisemitic Assault
Yahya Amin was sentenced to 90 days in jail and five years of probation for a 2023 antisemitic attack on an Israeli tourist in Times Square, sparking widespread debate over the leniency.
Police Detective Indicted in Haifa for Assault and Obstruction of Justice
The Department of Police Investigations filed an indictment against a police detective in the Haifa Magistrates' Court for severe assaults and obstruction of justice.
Minor Indicted for Assaulting Amputee and Vehicle Theft in Mount Hebron
An indictment was filed against a 16-year-old minor from Mount Hebron for violent offenses, property damage, and assaulting an amputee using crutches.
Naked Man Attacks Municipal Police Officer Near Netanya in Caught-on-Camera Incident
A naked man roaming near Netanya caused panic and attempted to open parked cars. When municipal police arrived, he attacked an officer, who responded with punches. The incident was caught on video.
Horror in Paris: Man breaks into 80-year-old Israeli woman's hotel room and beats her
An elderly woman was staying with her family in the French capital when she was attacked in her hotel room. She was hospitalized with facial fractures, and her family is working to fly her to Israel for surgery. An investigation by the consulate revealed that the perpetrator was intoxicated, and there is no suspicion of antisemitism.

Father of Shani, murdered at Nova, attacked at the market in Acre: "It could have ended much worse"
Nathan Kuperwasser was walking his dog at the market in Acre when, following a dispute between dogs, two young men attacked him with punches. He described: "Two brothers over one meter ninety tall arrived and tried to set their pit bull on me." The police managed to track down the attackers and arrest them.
Bereaved father brutally attacked after walking his dog
The victim, a father who lost his daughter in the October 7 massacre, was attacked following a confrontation between his dog and another dog. Police quickly located and arrested the two suspects. The court has extended their detention.
Following Walla report: Indictment filed against man who threatened passersby and choked a 66-year-old in Tel Aviv
After Andy Spitzer revealed on Walla how he was attacked during his shift, an indictment was filed: a resident of Kiryat Gat in his 30s is accused of threatening passersby to obtain their phones, using a stick from a bin to assault them, and choking Spitzer until the phone fell from his hands.

Wolt courier pulled out scissors - bus driver lost his spleen
A dispute over road usage in Ramat Gan escalated into a violent confrontation with severe consequences. The accused fled the scene and was arrested only eight days later.
Lieberman addresses his conviction for assaulting a 12-year-old: "I was restoring order"
A quarter of a century after being convicted of assaulting a minor and making threats, Yisrael Beiteinu chairman Avigdor Lieberman returns to the violent incident in the settlement of Nokdim and refuses to apologize. In an interview with Asnaim to be broadcast tomorrow on Reshet 13, Lieberman presents the assault as "restoring order" and downplays the court's findings that he hit a 12-year-old...

Punches to the chest and ribs: police officer charged with assaulting a 17-year-old
According to the Police Investigation Department (Mahash), two 17-year-olds arrived at a banquet hall in Jerusalem to receive payment for their work. A confrontation developed with the police officer who was securing an event at the location. He is charged with both a violent assault on one of the teenagers and assaulting his friend.
15-year-old girl sexually harassed at Big Fashion Glilot mall
A 39-year-old clothing store employee is charged with sexually harassing a minor. Following the incident, the suspect threatened security guards with a glass bottle, assaulted security personnel and a police officer, and made multiple attempts to escape custody.
Hard-to-watch footage: students attacked their peer on the first day of school, beat him and filmed it
A student in Rahat was brutally attacked by his classmates, and footage of the beating was distributed online. Residents call the incident a "warning sign for parents." The police have opened an investigation.
The bus driver who was attacked, sat behind the wheel: "We could have rolled over people on the street"
Khaled was attacked until he lost consciousness when he refused to let a passenger off in an illegal place, and acted decisively to save the lives of other passengers: "I lost consciousness in the driver's seat. At the first blow, I pulled the handbrake, a disaster could have happened." A resident of Beitar Illit was arrested. In August: an increase of more than 13% in violent incidents against...

Suspect arrested for stabbing a man in Tel Aviv after fleeing police
A 57-year-old resident of south Tel Aviv was arrested on suspicion of stabbing another foreign worker. The suspect discarded a knife while fleeing from police, which was later recovered. Police will request an extension of his detention in court this morning.
Suspected of assaulting a minor: European left-wing activist to face deportation from Israel
The police announced that an evidentiary basis has been established against the activist who was arrested near the settlement of Carmel. The investigation materials were transferred to the Population and Immigration Authority, which will hold a hearing and decide whether to remove him from the country.
Grandmother from Rishon LeZion charged with assaulting 9-year-old for refusing to wish her grandson a happy birthday
The birthday party was interrupted by an air raid siren, but inside the safe room, the drama had only just begun. According to the indictment, the 64-year-old grandmother grabbed the 9-year-old boy by the ear, pressed his head against the wall, and threatened to hit him. As a result of the incident, he fell and sustained injuries.
Bus driver severely beaten after refusing to let passenger off at unauthorized stop
A bus driver on line 2 in Beit Shemesh was attacked and knocked unconscious by a passenger after refusing to open the doors at an illegal stop. The driver, who was struck with a metal object, is calling for justice as labor representatives demand urgent security reforms.
In a hideout apartment: suspect in assault of his partner arrested after 3 months
Shalom (Charlie) Buzaglo, who was wanted for investigation on suspicion of committing severe violent offenses against his partner, was arrested in a hideout apartment in Dimona.

Arrived with a knife at the factory where his ex-partner works – and was caught on a bus
Police officers from the Sdot station in the Sharon region arrested a foreign national last week who allegedly arrived at a factory in Kadima-Zoran, where his ex-partner works, armed with a knife. After fleeing the scene, he was located shortly thereafter hiding on a bus.

Arrived with a knife at his ex-partner's workplace — and was arrested hiding on a bus
A foreign resident arrived at a factory in Kadima-Zoran where his ex-partner works, refused to leave, and pulled a knife on an employee at the site. After the employee drew his personal weapon, the suspect fled and discarded the knife. Within a short time, he was located on a bus, and an indictment was filed against him.
66-year-old man robbed in Tel Aviv recounts to Walla: 'He choked me with a stick and screamed - I will murder you'
Andy Spitzer has worked for years as a security guard in a building on Yehuda Halevi Street in Tel Aviv, but says he has never encountered such an incident. In his first interview with Walla, he recounted how he heard shouting in the street, went out to check what was happening - and then the suspect lunged at him, choked him, and took his phone. 'I am afraid he will come back to look for me,' he...

Beat, choked and threatened with a stick: elderly man robbed in central Tel Aviv
A resident of Kiryat Gat in his 30s was arrested near the scene, in possession of the mobile phone he allegedly robbed from the 66-year-old. The victim suffered an injury to his nose. Today, the police will request to extend his detention.
Taxi driver attacked at 100 km/h crashes into barrier to save himself
Three young men are accused of attempting to rob a taxi driver they summoned on Highway 31. While the vehicle was moving at 100 km/h, the suspects beat and choked the driver. To stop the assault and protect other road users, the driver steered the taxi into a concrete barrier.
"Who cursed?": Police officers accused of assaulting young people in the north
The Police Investigation Department (Mahash) filed an indictment at the Nazareth Magistrate's Court against three police officers and a police volunteer. According to the indictment, the four stopped a vehicle in the village of Mashhad after suspecting its occupants had cursed at them, and then violently assaulted three young people, including a minor.
Knives, arrests – and a surprising weapon: The wedding that spiraled out of control
A violent and uncontrollable brawl broke out last Friday at a banquet hall in Ohio, USA, turning a happy wedding into a battlefield. The incident began when a group of brothers stormed the reception and attacked one of the guests, leading to a mass riot between two rival families with a history of conflict.
IPS: Disciplinary proceedings against the officer who ordered an attack due to a parking dispute
The Israel Prison Service has launched disciplinary proceedings against an officer suspected of orchestrating a violent attack on a man following a parking dispute. The incident, which resulted in the victim's hospitalization, is also under criminal investigation.
Inspector attacked by teenagers after requesting fare payment: bus line suspended today
A group of teenagers attacked a bus inspector who asked them to disembark after discovering they had not paid for their trip. In a show of solidarity, the transport company is suspending service on the line connecting Jerusalem today.