Burglaries in Israel rise 37% in first half of 2026, Tel Aviv sees sharpest increase

A 37% rise in home burglaries was recorded in the first half of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025, according to data from the Amnon hotline. Tel Aviv saw a doubling of incidents, leading all cities, followed by Rishon LeZion and Petah Tikva.

Data released by the Amnon hotline and reported by N12 shows a sharp increase in residential burglaries across Israel during the first six months of 2026. Tel Aviv recorded the highest number of break-ins, with the rate doubling compared to early 2025. Rishon LeZion and Petah Tikva follow as the next most affected cities. The figures reflect a worsening trend in property crime that has been noted in recent quarters.

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