The resident of Bnei Brak arrested earlier today on suspicion of sexual offenses against a minor was an ambulance driver for Magen David Adom, according to a ynet report. MDA said it views the case with 'great severity' and is cooperating with the investigation.
In a statement released Friday afternoon, Magen David Adom (MDA) confirmed that the suspect arrested earlier today on suspicion of sexual offenses against a minor was an ambulance driver for the organization. MDA said it views the case with 'great severity' and is fully cooperating with the investigation. The suspect, Avraham Raymond, 25, of Bnei Brak, was arrested by Jerusalem District police after allegedly contacting a 15-year-old boy via Instagram.
The story unfolded rapidly Friday afternoon. At 14:16 Jerusalem, The Zioneer reported, citing ynet, that a Bnei Brak resident had been arrested on suspicion of sex crimes against a 15-year-old. Within the same hour, police identified the suspect as Avraham Raymond, 25, and revealed he had allegedly contacted the victim via Instagram. Separately, The Zioneer reported that the suspect was a Magen David Adom paramedic; later details confirmed he was an ambulance driver. His arrest was extended until Monday, with police urging any additional victims to come forward.
Attributed context is limited. The Zioneer has previously reported on other incidents involving MDA personnel, including a case in which two MDA volunteers were suspected of rape, but that case is unrelated to this investigation.
What remains open: The investigation is ongoing, and police have not released further details about the alleged offenses. The suspect's name is public, and MDA has stated its commitment to cooperate fully. Authorities continue to appeal for any other individuals who may have been harmed to contact them.
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