Unusual step: Police spokespersons blocked from accessing investigation files due to fear of leaks | First publication
By order of the head of the Investigations and Intelligence Division, Commissioner Boaz Blet, the police spokespersons' access to files under investigation was blocked due to claims of leaks. In the police, they are furious:…
Assessment
The Israel Police has barred its own spokespeople from accessing active investigation files, a dramatic break from standard operating procedure that signals a severe internal trust crisis. The directive, issued by the head of the Investigations and Intelligence Division, appears aimed at stemming leaks but has provoked anger among police personnel who view it as collective punishment that directly undermines their ability to perform core functions. The move raises immediate questions about how the force will communicate with the public during ongoing probes, and whether this reflects a broader breakdown in internal discipline or a targeted response to specific breaches.