Yeshua Atiya, a 60-year-old Jerusalem resident and head of the \u201cShaarei Yeshua\u201d kollel, was arrested upon landing in Israel by officers from the Jerusalem District Police\u2019s Zion precinct anti-crime unit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
According to police, Atiya is suspected of exploiting his position and access to minors to carry out serious sexual offenses over a period of time. Investigators say the case is sensitive and complex, with concerns that additional victims have not yet been identified.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Jerusalem District Police said: “Officers from the Zion precinct anti-crime unit arrested a suspect in recent weeks for sexual offenses and indecent acts against minors. According to the suspicion, the suspect exploited his position as a kollel head and committed serious sexual offenses. His detention was extended by the court until March 30 to allow the investigation to continue”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Due to concerns that there may be additional victims linked to the suspect\u2019s alleged pattern of behavior, the court authorized the publication of his image and identifying details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Police are urging anyone who may have been harmed by Yeshua Atiya, or anyone with relevant information, to contact their nearest police station or call Israel Police emergency line 100.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The investigation is ongoing, as authorities work to locate additional victims and build a fuller picture of the case.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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