Theft

Two IDF soldier indicted in string of weapons thefts from bases, selling rifles

The defendants took advantage of their access to steal weapons over the span of several months and resell them for several hundreds of thousands of shekels.

Illustration of a young man wearing legcuffs, at court in Jerusalem. January 21, 2026.
(Illustrative) Gold bars of different sizes are displayed at the Austrian Gold and Silver Refinery (Oegussa) in Vienna, Austria, on February 3, 2026. European and Asian stock markets struggled for direction February 4, 2026.

Ex-CIA official stole $40 million in gold bars from agency, prosecutors allege

People stand near flowers laid as a tribute at Bondi Beach to honour the victims of a mass shooting that targeted a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach on Sunday, in Sydney, Australia, December 16, 2025.

Man arrested for theft of Bondi Beach victim, event photographer's camera

Israel Police vehicles; illustrative.

Police thwart attempted motorcycle theft in Bat Yam, arrest two suspects


Two men arrested in Egypt for trafficking hundreds of ancient artifacts

Egyptian authorities said that over 450 artifacts had nearly been stolen, including statue busts and ancient coins.

 Two statues that were seized by Egyptian authorities.

Caregiver steals hundreds of thousands of shekels from elderly patient

According to police, the caregiver took advantage of the patient's health condition, using his credit cards to steal hundreds of thousands of shekels. 

 Disabled elderly man using a walker to help him walk.

Star Trek license plates cost retired woman thousands

"I don't have a car. I don't drive. Those plates were turned in," retiree, Beda Koorey explained to CBS.

Driving (Illustrative photo)

TLV District Attorney’s Office indicts lawyer for stealing over 2.1 million shekels

Attorney Kinneret Zelda Shamir Mesika allegedly received funds from buyers during a property transaction but kept the money for herself instead of transferring it to the seller. 

The law courts in Tel Aviv

Influencer arrested for theft after posting video wearing same outfit as suspect

The video, titled "Day in the life as a mom," showed the influencer picking out items inside the store and placing them in her car.

 Influencer arrested for theft after posting video wearing same outfit as suspect.

Two minors detained after stealing security guards weapon in Beersheba

Two children were detained for stealing a security guard's weapon from a car at a Beersheba shopping center after two adults were recently indicted for multiple vehicle burglaries in the city.

Israel Police vehicle (Illustrative)

Thief disguised as IDF officer arrested after targeting evacuee residences

A resident of Eilat posing as an IDF officer was arrested for multiple burglaries in Kiryat Shmona, and was found with stolen goods.

  Image of the 30 years old Eilat resident handcuffed and being led to one of the crime scenes.

Vehicle thefts continue to surge. These are the most stolen models

Data from Pointer and Ituran shows a rise in car thefts in Q2 2024, especially for SUVs like Suzuki Jimny, Jeep Wrangler, Toyota Land Cruiser, and electric vehicles.


Police uncover Rami Levy scandal: Cashiers steal approximately half a million in cash and products

Police in Zichron Yaakov investigated theft by "Rami Levy" cashiers, uncovering a systematic scheme. Over 50 indictments were filed for thefts worth half a million shekels.

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The new sacrifices of car theft victims: Jeep Wrangler owners

Police and thieves target the off-road vehicle, with some insurers refusing coverage and others doubling premiums in a year. What solution does the importer have?