Israeli police announced on May 8, 2026, that 19 teenagers have been charged in connection with the murder of 16-year-old Binyamin Yemano Zelka. The Sharon District Serious Crime Unit completed its investigation into the incident, which occurred in Petah Tikva.
The suspects, all minors, face charges including murder and conspiracy to commit murder. Police have not disclosed the motive or details of the attack, citing the ongoing legal proceedings and the ages of those involved.
Zelka was found dead in Petah Tikva on April 28, 2026, prompting a large-scale investigation. The case has drawn attention to youth violence in the area.
