Sudden Death of Judge in Netanyahu Corruption Case; Truth or Accident?

The Circumstances of the Judge’s Death

According to a report by Fars, based on information from news sources, Sagi had recently, in the course of completing the investigation, requested access to classified documents that could have further clarified the political and financial connections within the case. However, on the first day of 2026, he lost his life in a traffic accident on Highway No. 6. Police announced that the cause of the accident was a traffic violation and drug use by the driver of the opposing vehicle.

Ambiguities Surrounding the Incident

The timing of the incident, occurring precisely as the hearings were concluding and the issuance of a final verdict was approaching, has prompted some experts to raise questions. The ruling was expected to play a decisive role in the fate of key defendants, including David Sharan, the former head of the Prime Minister’s Office.

Under current judicial procedures, the death of the judge has resulted in a lengthy delay in the legal process. This legal interruption will benefit the defendants, as a new judge will require considerable time to review the complex body of evidence.

Challenges of the Case and Possible Connections

The accident scene itself has added to the ambiguities surrounding the incident. The vehicle that caused the crash entered the highway from a dirt road at a blind spot, a scenario often cited as a method used in targeted eliminations in political cases. Previous investigations, such as “Qatargate,” have also pointed to potential links between government offices and security institutions in confrontations with opponents.

Nevertheless, no documented evidence has been presented to demonstrate a direct connection between this incident and the Prime Minister’s Office or beneficiary groups. However, investigations indicate that the incident has led to a halt in the judicial process of Case 3000, providing a significant opportunity for the defendants and individuals associated with the case.

The Fate of the Case

According to reports from Israeli sources, it is still unclear which judge will assume responsibility for continuing the proceedings in this sensitive case. This comes as Benjamin Netanyahu has made extensive efforts to prevent prosecution and to obtain a pardon, while the case remains shrouded in uncertainty.