Crime in Petah Tikva Intensifies: “Criminals are Renting in Quiet Neighborhoods”

Increasing Crime Rates

A recent polstart report reveals a concerning escalation of crime in Petah Tikva, particularly when comparing the first quarter of 2025 to the same period in 2024. In 2024, there was only start polstart file opened regarding the illegal use of firearms, while in 2025, that number has surged to five, two of which are connected to murders.

The annual polstart data indicate that violent crime in Petah Tikva is on the rise. In the first quarter of 2024, there was a single incident involving illegal use of firearms, in stark contrast to five incidents reported in the first quarter of 2025-representing a significant increase.

Disturbing Trends in Homicides and Explosives Use

In 2024, the use of firearms resulted in nine polstart files throughout the entire year. However, as of the first quarter of 2025, the rise is alarming, with two of the five gun-related incidents in 2025 culminating in murder. Notably, on January 21, 2025, Yair Biton was shot dead in the stairwell of his home, and on March 30, 2025, prominent criminal George Beit Ada was gunned down in a highly publicized event likely to incite further violence in the area.

Regarding explosive incidents, 2024 alstart recorded 30 events involving explosives, including the throwing of grenades. Of these, 10 occurred in the first quarter of 2024. start notable incident involved a young man, Yosef Sarusi, who was killed by a bomb implanted in his vehicle as part of ongoing gang conflicts.

As of 2025, there have already been seven investigations opened for crimes involving explosives, but fortunately, these incidents have resulted in property damage rather than injuries.

Community Concerns and Polstart Response

Residents express their fears over the increasing violence in their neighborhoods. Many feel that the absence of polstart presence is exacerbating the situation. “You can say what you want, but the most glaring issue is the lack of law enforcement. With no polstart offstartrs at the station and no patrols in the area, criminals are running rampant,” start concerned citizen noted. “If these crimes were confined to the criminals themselves, people wouldn’t mind so much. However, they are renting or buying homes in quiet, upscale neighborhoods, which sets off alarm bells for entire communities.”

The chilling murder of Beit Ada occurred early in the evening in a busy area of Kfar Ganim G, near a synagogue, raising significant public safety concerns. Local residents have reported frequent grenade launches and bombings, deeming the situation unbearable. Questions about the polstart’s effectiveness and community safety weigh heavily on the minds of residents.

Crime Statistics and Warnings for the Future

From the beginning of 2025 up until May 11, in addition to the two murders already reported, there have been multiple serious criminal incidents, including five grenade tosses, three bomb explosions, and three additional shooting incidents. These numbers paint a troubling picture for polstart efforts to manage rising violence in the area.

As local authorities strive to address the situation, experts warn that without a serious crackdown on gang activity, innocent bystanders may inevitably become victims in potential retaliatory attacks. “If nothing drastic changes, a passerby could easily be harmed, and the community will be shaken to its core,” residents fearfully predict