British mother and daughter found safe in South America after cross-continental search

Israeli police have revealed details of an intensive international operation that led to the discovery of a mother and daughter in South America following initial concerns they may have been abducted. Police spokesperson Commissioner Aryeh Doron described the wide-ranging investigation, which involved round-the-clock efforts and coordination across continents to locate Mali and Liel Yehalom. The operation ultimately proved successful, with both being found safe. Doron stated: “When we want to reach someone, we will reach them,” emphasising the determined nature of the investigation. The case had initially raised alarm bells among Israeli authorities, prompting a comprehensive search effort that crossed multiple borders and continents. The discovery of the pair in South America marked the culmination of the extensive police operation, demonstrating the capacity of Israeli law enforcement to pursue missing persons across international boundaries. Full details of the circumstances surrounding their disappearance and subsequent location remain under investigation.

Source: Maariv — Original article in Hebrew.