Jenin resident arrested on suspicion of stealing Tel Aviv district judge's car
Officers from the Tel Aviv North police station who located the vehicle began following it, while officers from the Glilot station were called to prepare to block its path on Highway 5.
A 46-year-old Jenin resident, Tarek Jarrar, was arrested on Sunday morning in northern Tel Aviv on suspicion of stealing Tel Aviv District Court Judge Alaa Masarwa's car. Police pursued the vehicle on the Ayalon Highway after it was reported stolen. Jarrar, who was in Israel without a permit, allegedly failed to stop at a police checkpoint, struck another vehicle, and continued driving before officers eventually stopped the car, smashed the window, and removed him.
- During questioning, Jarrar claimed he was unaware the car was stolen, stating another person sold it to him.
- His defense attorney argued Jarrar entered Israel for work due to family financial difficulties and requested a psychiatric examination.
- Police suspect Jarrar of vehicle theft, intentionally damaging a vehicle, driving without a license, and driving without insurance.
- The vehicle was returned to Judge Masarwa, and Jarrar's detention was extended until September 8, 2026, as the investigation continues.
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