Security forces have been operating since the night following a report of an individual entering a Palestinian village in the Samaria region of his own volition. Upon receiving the report,

In addition, security forces established an inter-organizational command post, utilizing diverse technological capabilities, intelligence gathering efforts, deployment of special units including the elite Matzada unit of the Prison Service, and launching a police air unit helicopter, With the aim of locating him while ensuring his safety and security. The missing person, Yaniv Sardal, a resident of Ariel, was last seen yesterday (Wednesday) 26.9.9 in the evening hours in the Ariel area. His height is approximately 1.78m, his hair is black, his eyes are dark brown, and his build is slim-medium. Yaniv was wearing black shorts, a black shirt, and white flip-flops. Anyone with information about his whereabouts is requested to report to the Ariel station at 03-7729444 or to the 100 hotline.