A Haredi man in Ashdod was asked by police to identify himself regarding a child support case, but fled because he is classified as a draft deserter, according to reports. The man was caught by force, and then police realized it was a case of mistaken identity and released him.
The incident occurred on Sunday morning in Ashdod, when police approached a Haredi man for identification in connection with a child support case. The man, who is reportedly classified as a draft deserter, attempted to flee, leading to a physical confrontation. Police overpowered him before realizing the mistake and releasing him. The case highlights the tension between law enforcement and the Haredi community, particularly regarding military conscription. Similar incidents have been reported in recent weeks, as The Zioneer has covered.
3 developments
- DevelopingPolice detain Haredi man, then release him as crowd gathers
- StrongHundreds of Haredim block police in Ashdod to prevent arrest of draft deserter — who is not Haredi
- DevelopingHaredi activists block Highway 4 in Ashdod, force police to release draft deserter
- DevelopingHaredi man says he was attacked, robbed, and cannot report it over desertion status
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