Court returns Ashkelon mayor to post despite graft allegations

Rishon Lezion Magistrate’s Court says Ashkelon Mayor Itamar Shimoni can return to his duties after his suspension for suspected corruption, Israel Radio reports.

The court rejects a request by police to extend the suspension, but agrees to delay Shimon’s return until Monday in order to give the police time to appeal the decision.

 

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