Israel crime rate

Jason Odeh sentenced to life for murder of Yelena Gerenberg

The two had been friends for about four years. During that time, Odeh repeatedly tried to start a romantic relationship with Gerenberg, but she refused.

|BySARAH BEN-NUN
Yelena Gerenberg
Israel Police and IDF readiness drills continue as part of Operations Advancing the Wall and Southern Wind to prepare in case of future Octover 7-style attacks, September 7, 2026.

Israel Police delays 2025 statistical report nine months after year’s end

Nine months after the end of 2025, Israel Police have yet to release its annual statistical report, an unusual delay for which the police have not provided a detailed explanation.

|ByGILAD MORAG
Man in handcuffs - illustrative

Netanya man indicted for alleged series of indecent acts against at least 10 women in one day

According to the indictment, Ganah was questioned, released to house arrest, and then, within a single day, allegedly committed a further series of acts against at least 10 different women.

|ByHODAYA RAN
An illustrative image of an Israel Police officer.

Woman accused of posing as man and deceiving women into sexual acts released to house arrest

According to police suspicions, the complainants’ consent to the alleged acts was obtained through deception, as they believed the person with whom they were in a relationship was a man.

|ByHODAYA RAN

Police, municipality survey area for demolitions in east Jerusalem

Leader in Kafr Akab neighborhood says plans to destroy five illegally built structures were made without cooperation.

NOVEMBER 20, 2017ByUDI SHAHAM
A view of Kafr Akab, one of the neighborhoods behind the security barrier that would be affected by Elkin's plan. (Udi Shaham)

Sex offense charges dropped against rabbi

Rabbi David Harrison has had all charges against him dropped by the State Attorney’s Office for his alleged involvement in sex offenses

NOVEMBER 13, 2017ByJEREMY SHARON
New court rulings could have ramifications in Israel.

Israeli Police to implement body cameras

35% drop in complaints at participating police stations.

JUNE 8, 2017ByELIYAHU KAMISHER
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Business license revoked for large strip club following prostitution allegations

NGO plans to oppose efforts to renew the Pussycat club’s license.

MAY 21, 2017ByELIYAHU KAMISHER
A prostitute waits for customers along a road.

Mother, 3 children found dead near Tiberas in 'shocking' suspected murder scene

An additional child was found near the scene in serious but stable condition.

JANUARY 28, 2017ByDANIEL J. ROTH
Mother, three children found dead in suspected murder in North

PMO employees get email reminding them of gift-taking prohibitions

“Please read carefully the attached circulars and make sure to act in accordance with them,” she wrote.

JANUARY 11, 2017ByHERB KEINON
Benjamin Netanyahu

Haifa: Two shootings within an hour

The incidents occurred within the same hour at different locations, criminal motivations are suspected and police are investigating if there is a connection between the two incidents.

JANUARY 3, 2017ByELIYAHU KAMISHER
Shooting on Hagiborim street in Haifa, Jan. 3, 2017

Ongoing mob investigation picks up steam as six arrested

Among those arrested were people associated with the crime organization headed by Israeli mobster Ytizhak Abergil who currently sits in prison.

OCTOBER 25, 2016ByELIYAHU KAMISHER
Scene of car bomb in Tel Aviv

Israeli-Arab mother shot dead in front of her children

Police don’t do enough to stop sharp increase in violence in Arab communities, NGO charges.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2016ByELIYAHU KAMISHER, BEN LYNFIELD
Crime scene [illustrative]

14 arrested for bombing, drugs,weapons, money-laundering ring in Jerusalem

Suspects part of criminal cell operating in Jerusalem.

AUGUST 29, 2016ByDANIEL K. EISENBUD
Israel Police patrol car [File]