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Israel Police release identity of Haredi patrol chief accused of sexual assault
Chaim Rotter, head of Bnei Brak's Shomrim patrol, is accused of abusing minors and women for over a decade. His ties to senior rabbis and police allegedly protected him and deterred victims from coming forward
Leader Of Bnei Brak Shomrim Arrested On Multiple Counts Of Molesting Minors
JERUSALEM (VINnews) — The Tel Aviv Magistrates court extended on Wednesday the remand of a senior figure from the “Shomrim” organization in Bnei Brak by nine days. He is suspected of committing serious offenses involving minors. The senior figure was arrested early in the morning at Ben-Gurion Airport upon his return to Israel from Poland. […]
A senior member of the "Guardians" organization was arrested upon landing in Israel on suspicion of serious sexual offenses against minors. • This is an unofficial enforcement body that operated for years with the backing of the police, with delays and intrusions into homes - without legal authority. • The incident raises serious questions about the system of arrangements with unofficial Haredi elements.
The court revealed the identity of the suspect: Chaim Rotter. Another complainant returned to the police station after his complaints against Hashomerim head Rotter were closed three previous times. "I can't continue to remain silent, I hope this time they will treat me," he said. The police clarify that the suspect has no authority or status
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