A resident of Bat Yam was arrested on suspicion of involvement in the murder of an Israeli citizen in Bulgaria, pursuant to an international arrest warrant. On 14.10.26, the murder of an Israeli citizen who was staying in Bulgaria occurred. As suspicion arose of the involvement of an Israeli (Bat Yam, 32), officers from the Ayalon Investigation and Intelligence Unit in the Tel Aviv District, in cooperation with the International Department of the State Attorney’s Office and the Bulgarian Police, began an investigative operation to gather evidence and arrest the suspect, during which a temporary arrest warrant was issued for his extradition. Shortly before, the suspect was arrested, and he is expected to be brought for a hearing in court as part of his extradition process to the law enforcement authorities in Bulgaria.
Israel Police: Bat Yam resident arrested on suspicion of involvement in Israeli citizen's murder in Bulgaria
Bat Yam resident arrested for suspected involvement in Israeli citizen's murder in Bulgaria, following an international arrest warrant.

Photo by Israel Police on November 13, 2026
Official image



