Indian Worker Found Dead In Jerusalem, Suspect Arrested

An Indian man working in Israel was reportedly found dead inside an apartment in Jerusalem’s Katamon neighbourhood, according to Israeli media reports.

The victim, believed to be around 40 years old, was found lying on the floor in a pool of blood, The Times of Israel reported, citing police. The report said the exact cause of death has not yet been determined.

Israeli authorities have not disclosed the identity of the victim. Police are investigating the case.

Suspect Arrested

Citing police, The Times of Israel reported that officers found the man “stretched out in a house with a lot of blood surrounding him.” The statement was attributed to Yuval Reuven, chief of Jerusalem’s Moriah police station.

The report also said a 31-year-old man from the southern city of Eilat has reportedly been arrested on suspicion of involvement in the case. Police said the suspect has been taken in for questioning, while the investigation is ongoing.

Around 32,000 Indians Work In Israel

According to the Ministry of External Affairs, around 32,000 Indian workers were living in Israel as of October 2024.

The ministry said nearly 12,000 Indians have travelled to Israel since October 2023, including 6,365 workers who arrived in 2024 under the bilateral labour agreement signed between India and Israel in November 2023. The remaining workers entered through private recruitment channels.

Earlier this year, India and Israel agreed that up to 50,000 additional Indian workers could be recruited over the next five years. Indian workers are mainly employed in Israel’s construction and caregiving sectors.