Court Permits Publication of Name of Suspect in Abduction of 10-Year-Old Yahli Sofer

The Disappearance and Search

The investigation began after Yahli disappeared from the Kfar Ganim Gimmel neighborhood in Petah Tikva. Extensive searches continued for several hours. At around 01:30, the child was located in Bnei Brak together with Buskila.

Why the Identity Was Disclosed

Police had sought permission to publish the name during the remand-extension hearings. According to the investigative account, the name and photograph could help locate additional complainants or witnesses and determine whether this was the only incident. The court granted the request and lifted the restriction on publishing the suspect’s details.

What Happened During the Hearings

During the previous hearings, the court noted that there was substantial suspicion justifying the continuation of the investigation and ordered Buskila to undergo a psychiatric examination. The attempt to take testimony from Yahli was halted at the child’s request. The defense argued that the video materials collected do not indicate that any violence was used against him.

Status of the Suspicions

Buskila denies the allegations against him. Publication of his details does not mean that he has been found guilty: the material does not indicate that the court considered the charge on its merits or issued a judgment. The case number, name of the court, date of the decision, and statutory provision applied are not specified in the source.

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