Israeli police released footage of the arrest of a 46-year-old man suspected of joining a WhatsApp group for girls aged 8–11 and sexually harassing more than 10 minors, according to N12. The investigation began after the mother of a 10-year-old discovered explicit messages on her phone. The group was centered on a squishy toy.
The Zioneer reported at 08:53 that police arrested a 46-year-old man on suspicion of sexually harassing over 10 minors in a WhatsApp group. The latest update includes arrest footage released by police spokesperson. The suspect is alleged to have joined a group for girls aged 8–11, centered on a squishy toy, and sent explicit messages. The investigation was prompted by a mother's discovery. The suspect's identity has not been publicly disclosed.
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