Independence Day killing sparks concern over youth violence in Petah Tikva
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- Category: Middle East
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-28 09:25 UTC
- Sources: Times of Israel
A murder on Independence Day has highlighted a trend of youth violence in Petah Tikva and other parts of central Israel. The victim was a Pizza Hut employee killed by a gang of teens.
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