"The police is effectively a militia at the service of Ben-Gvir, we insist that the amendment be appealed."
In a letter to the Attorney General, Police Commissioner Kobi Shabtai wrote that Ben-Gvir told him of potential "consequences."
The decision has been deemed illegal by Israel's Attorney General, Gali Baharav-Miara.
"He is the right man to lead the Israel Police, an officer with rich, professional, and sharp experience."
In a statement, the Israel Police emphasized to the public that the law prohibits disseminating false information.
Video footage of the soldier shooting Castleman after he had surrendered and identified himself sparked outrage in Israel.
Ben-Gvir wrote to the Police Commissioner and admitted "It is true that this is an underground wing, the conditions in which are not among the best, but the conditions..comply...with the law."
Several streets in close proximity to Gan Sacher Park have been cordoned off to vehicular traffic.
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir praises move, says new officers will be added to the force • Israel Police Chief Kobi Shabtai says he "will not rest" until murderers are brought to justice
"We got through Yom Kippur without any incidents of terror, thanks to proper preparedness together with the IDF and the Shin Bet," said Shabtai.
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