Khaled Agbariya, 40, of Umm al-Fahm, was indicted today for a fatal hit-and-run on Highway 6 about a month ago that killed reserve soldier Adisu Voba, according to a Yediot news report. The indictment alleges he drove over the speed limit, struck a motorcycle, fled the scene, dismantled the vehicle's license plates, set it on fire, and falsely reported it stolen.
The indictment against Khaled Agbariya, 40, of Umm al-Fahm, was formally filed today, July 9, just after 11:00 Jerusalem, charging him with causing the death of reserve soldier Adisu Voba in a hit-and-run on Highway 6 about a month ago. The charges include reckless driving at 132 km/h in a 90 km/h zone, striking Voba's motorcycle as he signaled a lane change, then fleeing approximately 200 meters, dismantling the vehicle's license plates, setting it on fire, and falsely reporting it stolen four minutes later. The indictment also includes destruction of evidence, obstruction of justice, and false reporting.
At 11:08 Jerusalem, The Zioneer first reported that the State Prosecutor's office had filed the indictment, citing N12 journalist Sharon Knoblich. Initial reports indicated the suspect was charged with negligent homicide, abandonment, and evidence tampering. Subsequent updates within the same minute added the specific speed of 132 km/h, the arson, and the false theft report. The suspect's identity was initially reported as Khalid Aghbaria, later corrected to Khaled Agbariya.
The incident occurred on Highway 6 near the Elyakim junction, where Voba was killed while riding his motorcycle. The Zioneer has covered similar hit-and-run cases, including indictments for reckless homicide in fatal incidents in Sderot and Lod, as well as a separate case of vehicle arson in Afula, but these are separate incidents.
It remains unclear whether Agbariya has entered a plea or when his next court appearance is scheduled. Further details on the investigation and any additional suspects have not been reported.
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