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Senior cop under probe for breach of trust released after 7 hours of interrogation

A senior police officer, holding the rank of deputy commissioner, has been released after seven hours of interrogation related to allegations of breach of trust and abuse of authority. The officer is accused of interfering in a case where he had a conflict of interest, reportedly involving a businessman he knows, and attempting to influence the handling of the matter within his unit. His identity remains undisclosed due to legal restrictions. Following his release, he faces restrictive conditions, including a nine-day ban from police facilities and prohibition from contacting individuals involved in the case. Police Chief Danny Levy is expected to appoint Assistant Commissioner Eli Macmel as his temporary replacement.

Original article source: https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/senior-cop-under-probe-for-breach-of-trust-released-after-7-hours-of-interrogation/
Source Id: 2025-11-891285987

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