Kfar Saba police arrested a Gaza resident, a released terrorist from the Schalit deal, at the entrance to the G Mall Kfar Saba last week, police said. A local man driving the suspect was also taken into custody.
The prisoner exchange that secured the return of Gilad Schalit took place in 2011. According to the deal, 1,027 Palestinian prisoners were released, including former Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar.
According to the police, a security guard reported a suspect attempting to enter the mall last week. Officers from the Sharon area responded quickly, apprehending the Gaza resident, who was in Israel illegally.
Investigators later detained the driver, a Kfar Saba resident in his 50s, after further investigation. Both men were indicted after a comprehensive investigation, and authorities requested that their detention be extended until legal proceedings are completed, police added.
Israel police press serious charges, request suspects remain jailed
The Central District Police Prosecution filed serious charges against both individuals and requested that they remain in custody until the conclusion of legal proceedings, the police spokesperson said.
The Israel Police added that it will continue to take action against offenses related to the transport, harboring, or employment of illegal residents.