Rishon Lezion deputy mayor arrested on suspicion of sexually harassing city employee

A deputy mayor of Rishon Lezion was arrested on suspicion of sexually harassing a municipal employee. The arrest followed a complaint that led to a covert investigation. The suspect's name is under a publication ban until charges are filed. Investigative sources told Walla the alleged conduct was 'systematic and humiliating.' Police may seek to extend his detention and publish his name to find other alleged victims.

A deputy mayor of Rishon Lezion was arrested on Wednesday on suspicion of sexually harassing a municipal employee, police said. The arrest followed a complaint filed by the employee, which led to a covert investigation. Police carried out evidence-gathering actions before the arrest became public. The suspect's name is barred from publication until formal charges are brought. Investigative sources told Walla that the alleged conduct was 'systematic and humiliating' and that they will examine whether there are additional complainants. Police are expected to ask the Rishon Lezion Magistrate's Court to extend the suspect's detention. The investigation is handled by the Central District's fraud unit, which deals with public corruption and misconduct. Authorities intend to seek court permission to publish the name to locate additional alleged victims.