Two Arabs infiltrated Neriya in the Binyamin region during Shabbat, broke into five homes, and stole weapons and valuables in what security officials are calling a serious security incident.
The intruders made off with a Glock pistol and two magazines, approximately ₪20,000 (over $6,000) in cash, and gold and silver jewelry. Residents discovered the break-ins only after Shabbat ended—they had been away from their homes during the holiday—and immediately notified security forces, who arrived at the scene and launched an investigation.
1+The theft of the weapon is particularly serious, raising concerns it could be used in future terror activity in Judea and Samaria.
Security camera footage reviewed after the incident shows the suspects entered the town late at night and operated for several hours without being detected. They were recorded moving between houses, apparently on their way out of the town toward the nearby Arab village of Harbata. Stormy weather in the area hampered security efforts.
1+The incident has prompted operational lessons, including the need for faster response to identifying suspicious figures in the area. Officials noted that two suspicious figures were spotted in the morning hours, but searches focused on a nearby settlement. Residents are emphasizing the importance of strengthening security arrangements and closing gaps to prevent similar incidents in the future.