Had police bomb demolition technicians blown up in the suspicious package in the Carmiel Shopping Center, it would have been a most unpleasant site for the owner but a welcome one for person in the area. The bag that was called in as a possible explosive device contained hundreds of thousands of shekels in cash.

Concerned citizens saw the bag and telephoned police, who in turn summoned the bomb squad. In line with protocol, the area was shut down and pedestrians were distanced.

Fortunately, the owner returned to the scene before the suspicious bag was detonated, as is done in many cases. The owner identified the bag to the satisfaction of police, explaining he forgot it and when he realized his error, he returned. The bag and its contents were returned to him.

(YWN – Israel Desk, Jerusalem)