ynet reports that attorney Arbel Feldman is the victim of the murder in Rishon LeZion, marking the first official confirmation of his identity by a major Israeli news outlet. The Zioneer had previously identified him based on initial details.
Ynet confirmed Wednesday morning that the attorney murdered in Rishon LeZion is Arbel Feldman, marking the first official identification of the victim by a major Israeli news outlet. The Zioneer had already identified Feldman as the victim on Tuesday evening at 21:40 Jerusalem, based on initial details.
The Zioneer first reported Feldman's identity on Tuesday at 21:40 Jerusalem, noting that he had represented the suspect in a minor tort claim. Earlier on Tuesday, at around 13:17 Jerusalem, the suspect — a 23‑year‑old Ramla resident — turned himself in to police and confessed to the shooting, according to Israeli media. The suspect told investigators he had pursued Feldman for three years over a 15,000‑shekel debt and shot him four times after an argument. Police said the killing was criminal, not terror‑related. This morning at 09:53 Jerusalem, The Zioneer reported that police were expected to request a 15‑day extension of the suspect's remand.
As The Zioneer reported on Tuesday evening, Feldman had represented the suspect in a 30,000‑shekel tort claim that was settled three weeks ago. The suspect's account of a debt dispute is the stated motive.
The investigation continues. The suspect remains in custody.
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