Criminal8/25/2026

Main Suspect in Osher Kedoshim Murder Case Released

Police released a Netivot resident who was considered the main suspect in involvement in the murder of Osher Kedoshim after 20 days in detention. According to the investigation materials, the man was near the victim at the scene but did not personally carry out the shooting.

Key facts

•The suspect remained in detention for 20 days
•Scene of the incident — Netivot
•Victim — Osher Kedoshim
•Another man, aged 29, was lightly injured
•The investigation is being handled by the Negev District Central Unit
•The date and case number were not stated in the source

What Happened

Osher Kedoshim sustained a penetrating injury in Netivot. Magen David Adom teams that arrived at the scene performed resuscitation efforts but were forced to pronounce him dead. Another man, aged 29, was also lightly injured; according to assessments, he happened to be passing by and had no connection to the incident.

Why the Suspect Was Arrested

The detainee is a Netivot resident, and police suspected him of involvement in the incident, but not of carrying out the shooting itself. The investigation established that he was at the crime scene near Kedoshim, who had arrived there with the person suspected of committing the murder.

Release Decision

After 20 days in detention, police released the suspect. His attorney, Eyal Avital, said he was pleased with the police decision, which he believes confirms his client's innocence. The source does not state whether an indictment was filed against the man, whether restrictive conditions were imposed following his release, or what the specific legal basis for his release was.

Investigation Continues

The murder investigation was assigned to the Negev District Central Unit following a situation assessment conducted by Southern District Police Commander Haim Bublil. Police collected evidence and carried out investigative and intelligence operations. According to Walla sources familiar with the investigation, some of those involved are suspected of having already left Israel.

What this means for you

Release from detention means that the person is no longer being held in custody at this stage, but it does not in itself amount to an acquittal or the formal closure of the case. The publication did not state whether the investigation concerning the released man had ended or whether he remains procedurally classified as a suspect.

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