He renovated his parents' house - and what he discovered in 'Boydam' made him immediately call the police

January 3, 2025   

Police were called to a residence in the city of Rehovot following a report received from a man who was renovating his parents' house, according to which he found in the attic (loft) a huge amount of weapons and ammunition collected over the years from Israel's wars. Police officers from the Rehovot station and a police sapper arrived last night at a residence in the city, following a report received from a man who, while carrying out renovation work at his parents' house, found in the attic (loft) numerous weapons that were apparently collected by his father and grandfather over many years. Among the items found were: dozens of rifles and pistols of various types. 17 old Mills grenades without a fuse/explosive (1 without a fuse). A defensive grenade, without explosives. 16 fuses/explosives for grenades (separately). 30 various explosive detonators. 20 fireworks/illumination balls. An explosive 30 mm bullet. Weapon parts and cartridges of various types. Thousands of different types of explosives. A police saboteur examined the weapons and ammunition to ensure that they did not pose a danger. At the end of the examination, he took the explosives. The weapons were transferred to the police station. [Gallery]