Haim Yosef David Abergel is an Israeli rabbi from Netivot, Israel, and the son of Rabbi Yoram Abergel. He is associated with Haredi religious communities and has been involved in educational and political activity, including leadership roles in religious school networks and public religious discourse.
On August 31, 2025, Israeli police arrested Abergel on suspicion of sexual offenses involving multiple young women and underage girls. According to police statements and media reports, the allegations include indecent acts, sexual harassment, and exploitation of authority over individuals who sought religious or personal guidance. The investigation was conducted by the Israel Police Southern District following multiple complaints.
Reports indicated that some of the alleged incidents involved individuals who approached Abergel for advice on personal, family, or religious matters. Police also arrested an associate suspected of obstruction of justice and witness tampering connected to the investigation. Abergel denied the allegations through legal representation.
The case was brought before the Beersheba Magistrate’s Court, which extended his detention during the early stages of legal proceedings. The investigation remained ongoing following the arrest.
