Man charged with murder of Alexander Tsemakh in Netanya; indictment filed

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According to the indictment filed this morning, Pikdo Gibto (26) of Or Yehuda is charged with the aggravated murder of Alexander Tsemakh, who was shot to death at his workplace at a gas station in Netanya. According to the prosecution, Gibto decided to kill Tsemakh over a dispute between them, and according to the suspicion, he planned the murder in advance and stalked him.

According to Ynet, Gibto arrived at the station after a preliminary reconnaissance and was documented shooting Tsemakh four times at close range while serving customers. He then fled on a motorcycle, which he abandoned in a nearby grove. He is also charged with possession of a weapon and obstruction of justice.

According to Israel Hayom, Gibto was released from his last prison term in December 2025, about four and a half months before the murder. The prosecution requested that his detention be extended until the conclusion of the proceedings.