A suspect was arrested in Herzliya after a short foot chase. Police said a discarded backpack contained a key-reading and programming device, three universal keys and burglary tools.
The incident began before dawn after Israel Police received a report of an attempted vehicle theft on Yosef Karo Street in Herzliya. Officers from Glilot station met the caller at the scene and found a vehicle that had been broken into.
During a search of the area, officers spotted a man walking with gloves on and carrying a backpack. Police said he threw down the bag and his mobile phone before fleeing. Officers pursued and arrested him.
Key programmer, universal keys and burglary tools
Officers later recovered the bag and phone. The bag contained a key-reading and programming device with a vehicle connection cable, three universal keys, a screwdriver and a window breaker.
The suspect is a Hebron resident who police said was in Israel without a permit. He was taken for questioning at Glilot station, and police said they would seek an extension of his detention at Tel Aviv Magistrate’s Court. The investigation is ongoing.
