The Times of Israel https://www.timesofisrael.com/topic/traffic-accidents/ News from Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish World Thu, 11 Jun 2026 04:12:10 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://static-cdn.toi-media.com/www/uploads/2018/11/toi_icon_512-200x200.png traffic accidents | The Times of Israel https://www.timesofisrael.com/topic/traffic-accidents/ 32 32 2 teens killed in crash in central Israel; 7 injured, including 1 in critical condition https://www.timesofisrael.com/2-teens-killed-in-crash-in-central-israel-7-injured-including-1-in-critical-condition/ Thu, 21 May 2026 15:09:43 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3828178 Ashdod-area highschoolers Shira Naim, 16, Aharon Peretz, 18, identified as fatalities; police says minibus carrying teens hit parked car near Sorek interchange late at night

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]]> Israeli tourist killed, four injured in Panama bus crash https://www.timesofisrael.com/israeli-tourist-killed-four-injured-in-panama-bus-crash/ Wed, 13 May 2026 18:00:11 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3822813 ZAKA, Foreign Ministry working with authorities in Panama to repatriate body to Israel for burial

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]]> Car said to belong to minister’s security detail strikes and kills Palestinian teen https://www.timesofisrael.com/car-said-to-belong-to-ministers-security-detail-strikes-and-kills-west-bank-teen/ Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:25:31 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3806743 Mohammad Majdi al-Ja’abari, 16, dies after car hit his bike near Hebron in West Bank; Ben Gvir's office says it was not his vehicle and he wasn't at scene, claims teen 'burst into road' at red light

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]]> At least 29, mostly IDF soldiers, injured in 2 separate bus accidents in Negev https://www.timesofisrael.com/at-least-29-mostly-idf-soldiers-injured-in-2-separate-bus-accidents-in-negev/ Thu, 26 Feb 2026 09:21:53 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3762619 Collision at Nevatim Junction and bus rollover near Mitzpe Ramon around the same time cause highway closures across the south

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]]> Woman, 82, jailed for a year for leaving scene of hit-and-run that killed 4-year-old boy https://www.timesofisrael.com/woman-82-jailed-for-a-year-for-leaving-scene-of-hit-and-run-that-killed-4-year-old-boy/ Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:58:19 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3760225 Carol Fessler, who was not blamed for accident, punished for fleeing after 2023 collision that caused death of Rafael Adana; family lament light sentence, considering an appeal

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]]> 10 injured, one of them seriously, after bus crashes into store in Ramat Gan https://www.timesofisrael.com/10-injured-one-of-them-seriously-after-bus-crashes-into-store-in-ramat-gan/ Fri, 06 Feb 2026 13:13:54 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?post_type=liveblog_entry&p=3749439 Police say they detained driver for questioning, reportedly believe it's highly likely the incident was a traffic accident

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]]> Haredi teen hit by bus and killed; police suspect driver of reckless manslaughter https://www.timesofisrael.com/haredi-teen-hit-by-bus-and-killed-police-suspect-driver-of-reckless-manslaughter/ Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:25:30 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3738373 In video, passengers heard expressing concern vehicle moving too fast given the large number of people wandering in road near Komemiyut; second such fatal incident this month

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]]> 6 Israelis hurt, one critically, in minibus accident in Thailand https://www.timesofisrael.com/6-israelis-hurt-one-critically-in-minibus-accident-in-thailand/ Sat, 10 Jan 2026 14:03:58 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?post_type=liveblog_entry&p=3730827 Vehicle reportedly tried to overtake another car, veered off road and hit a tree in Chiang Mai; Foreign Ministry in touch with wounded and their families, consul en route to scene

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]]> Beersheba District Court President Benny Sagi killed in ‘shocking’ crash on Route 6 https://www.timesofisrael.com/beersheba-district-court-president-benny-sagi-killed-in-shocking-crash-on-route-6/ Sun, 04 Jan 2026 19:15:47 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3726566 President Herzog, Supreme Court chief, justice minister lament untimely death of judge who was 'beloved by all,' 'extraordinary talented,' and 'a wonderful family man'

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]]> Israeli man killed, son injured in Thailand motorcycle accident https://www.timesofisrael.com/israeli-man-killed-son-injured-in-thailand-motorcycle-accident/ Sun, 21 Dec 2025 20:20:09 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?post_type=liveblog_entry&p=3717263 Southeast Asian country, a popular travel destination for Israelis, consistently ranks as one of the world's most dangerous for road traffic

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]]> With 443 fatalities, 2025 is Israel’s deadliest year on the roads in two decades https://www.timesofisrael.com/with-443-deaths-israel-to-mark-its-deadliest-year-on-the-roads-in-two-decades/ Thu, 18 Dec 2025 23:11:14 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3713272 Fatal accidents surge, with six traffic-related deaths in past week; police and road safety agency say they lack necessary funds, personnel to enforce traffic laws

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]]> Drivers caught using cellphones to face NIS 10,000 fines, transportation minister says https://www.timesofisrael.com/transportation-minister-says-drivers-who-use-cellphones-to-face-nis-10000-fine/ Mon, 01 Dec 2025 21:24:00 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3702395 Ministry, police, road safety authority drawing up list of most deadly traffic violations, said to include driving without a license, speeding, and going through a red light

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]]> Singer Gidi Gov indicted for drunk driving over Tel Aviv car smash https://www.timesofisrael.com/singer-gidi-gov-indicted-for-drunk-driving-over-tel-aviv-car-smash/ Wed, 12 Nov 2025 14:04:42 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3687101 Performer, 75, admitted to having had a couple of shots of whiskey; charged with being under the influence and driving without a valid license or insurance

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]]> Woman killed, two injured as car plows into cyclists in northern Israel https://www.timesofisrael.com/woman-killed-two-injured-as-car-plows-into-cyclists-in-northern-israeli-city/ Sat, 02 Aug 2025 08:51:10 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?post_type=liveblog_entry&p=3611793 Medics say woman in 40s found trapped under vehicle, declared dead at scene, two others taken to hospital for treatment; police detain 19-year-old driver for questioning

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]]> Ben Gvir’s driver convicted over April 2024 car crash after running red light https://www.timesofisrael.com/ben-gvirs-driver-convicted-over-april-2024-car-crash-after-running-red-light/ Thu, 03 Jul 2025 17:44:56 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?post_type=liveblog_entry&p=3590439 Injured driver in other car says he feels 'justice was served' after minister blamed him for incident; defense attorney says client came out 'smart and not right' with plea bargain

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