Overview
- A civilian tip led search teams to 25-year-old Yisroel Mordechai Stern near Modi'in Illit, where he was found conscious but exhausted after three days of searching.
- Stern has documented special needs and significant communication difficulties, which had heightened concern for his safety during the search.
- The recovery was carried out by a coordinated effort that included Israel Police, Aleh Siach, ZAKA, the Israel Canine Unit, United Hatzalah, drone teams, and hundreds of volunteers.
- A joint command center in Bnei Brak at 41 Yarkon Street directed round-the-clock operations that continued through the weekend after local rabbis authorized work on Shabbos.
- Authorities thanked the public for sharing information and said anyone with further details should contact Israel Police by calling 100.