Police open investigation into possible murder after remains found in cistern near Beit Guvrin

Police are also looking into whether or not the remains belong to a Jerusalem resident who was reported missing earlier this week, according to Israel's public broadcaster KAN News.

Israel Fire and Rescue personnel attempting to recover remains found in cistern outside of Kfar Zoharim, December 9, 2025.

Israel Fire and Rescue personnel attempting to recover remains found in cistern outside of Kfar Zoharim, December 9, 2025.

(photo credit: ISRAEL FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY)

ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

DECEMBER 9, 2025 18:50