A 40-year-old resident of Taiba was arrested on suspicion of fatally stabbing two horses belonging to his brother, Israel Police announced on Sunday.
The man fled the farm shortly after, according to a report received by the police.
The motive of the incident is currently under investigation.
After conducting a search, police located the suspect as he was attempting to leave Taiba. He was arrested and taken into custody for questioning.
Following an investigation, the suspect will be brought before the court for a remand hearing, as well as a request by relevant authorities that he undergo a medical evaluation.
Arab crime continues to rise
According to the Abraham Initiatives, crime in Arab communities continues to rise, as some 156 Arab citizens have been killed in crime-related incidents since the beginning of 2025, marking a 13% increase compared to the same period last year.
Half of the victims were young people. In 2024, the homicide rate among Arab citizens was more than 14 times higher than among Jews, with 220 killings compared to 58. In 2023, a record 244 Arab citizens were killed, the highest annual figure ever recorded.
Shootings are no longer the only threat. Explosives have become a frequent method in attacks, even in residential areas. Families report being caught in cycles of extortion, revenge, and fear. Despite repeated calls for action, many community leaders argue that the state response remains inadequate.