Despite the severe indictment for sex offenses: Chaim Rotter released to house arrest

Chaim Rotter, former chairman of the 'Hashomerim' organization in Bnei Brak, was released yesterday (Monday) from custody to house arrest in Jerusalem, after the court approved an alternative arrangement including five supervisors, among them his brother. Rotter is accused of serious sex offenses against four complainants, including a minor who was 15 years old. The Supreme Court set conditions for his release, including replacing some supervisors and ensuring no minors would be present at the place of stay. The prosecution objected to one of the supervisors. The indictment was filed in July, and the criminal proceedings will continue.

Chaim Rotter, former chairman of the 'Hashomerim' organization in Bnei Brak, was released yesterday (Monday) from custody to house arrest in Jerusalem, after a prolonged period in detention. Rotter is accused of serious sex offenses against four complainants, including one who was 15 at the time of the acts. His release came after the court examined a new alternative arrangement including a system of five supervisors, among them his brother, and subject to conditions set by the Supreme Court, including replacing some supervisors and ensuring no minors would be present at the place of stay. The prosecution objected to one of the supervisors due to a loose acquaintance with Rotter. The indictment was filed in July and includes four counts of rape and indecent acts. According to the indictment, Rotter exploited his position in the association, which he headed for about 15 years, to commit the offenses between 2009 and 2024. The investigation was opened in June 2025, and he was arrested upon his return to Israel. The criminal proceedings against him will continue.