"Abandonment of our lives": The severe wave of break-ins troubling the residents of the western Negev

A severe wave of break-ins in the Merhavim Regional Council: masked individuals on ATVs break into homes while residents are inside, including children's rooms. The council head demands reinforcement of police and Border Police forces.

A severe wave of break-ins in the Merhavim Regional Council in the western Negev is troubling local residents. Masked individuals riding ATVs break into homes while residents are inside, including entering children's rooms, as seen in security camera footage. Council head Shai Hajaj addressed residents and announced activity with the Israel Police and Border Police to reinforce forces. A resident named Guy spoke of growing fear and a sense that crime is crossing all boundaries. The council published guidelines for residents including locking doors and windows and immediate reporting of suspects. The Israel Police stated that an investigation has been opened and evidence is being collected to locate the suspects.