BREAKING NEWS

Israel Police arrest Jerusalem priest for serious sexual abuse of minors

A Jerusalem priest who was arrested last week by Israel Police is facing accusations of committing serious sexual offenses against minors, including a disabled victim, police said on Thursday. 

The suspect, in his 30s, serves at a church in the Ein Kerem neighborhood of Jerusalem.

The priest's detention was extended once again today for the police to carry out the necessary investigations.

This is a developing story.