Jerusalem tragedy: Renowned cantor Avishi Levi killed after car rolls onto him

A well-known Israeli cantor has died in a tragic accident in Jerusalem after being struck by his own vehicle. Avishi Levi, a respected performer of traditional Jewish liturgical music, exited his car but failed to engage the handbrake properly. As the vehicle began to roll downhill, Levi attempted to stop it manually but was crushed beneath the car. He was pronounced dead at Hadassah Medical Centre following the incident. The accident highlights the dangers of leaving vehicles unattended on inclines without proper safety precautions in place. Levi’s death has prompted renewed discussions about vehicle safety awareness among drivers in the Jerusalem area, where steep terrain makes handbrake failure particularly hazardous. His passing represents a significant loss to Israel’s musical and cultural community, where he had performed for decades.

Source: Ynet — Original article in Hebrew.