Respected Israeli judge killed on Route 6, reminding nation of fragile life even amid security vigilance.
Israel awoke to profound shock and grief on Sunday following the death of Benny Sagi, President of the Be’er Sheva District Court, who was killed in a devastating traffic accident on Route 6 in southern Israel near Al-’Azi and Kfar Menachem.
Emergency teams from Magen David Adom rushed to the scene after reports of a severe collision involving a motorcycle. Paramedics found the rider lying on the roadway, unconscious and without signs of life. Despite rapid medical assessment, the injuries were catastrophic, and Judge Sagi was pronounced dead at the scene.
According to Israel Police, initial findings suggest a vehicle entering the highway from nearby fields struck the motorcycle. Specialized accident investigators from the Kiryat Malachi Police Station have launched a full investigation to determine responsibility and circumstances.
MDA paramedics Roee Hazi and Zvi Zilberman, together with EMT Meir Avivi, described a horrific scene, underscoring the violence of the impact and the severity of the injuries. Their account reflects the grim reality Israeli first responders confront daily—not only during terror attacks, but also on civilian roads.
Judge Sagi’s death is a painful reminder that even as Israel confronts relentless external threats, internal challenges such as road safety continue to claim irreplaceable lives. His passing leaves a deep void in Israel’s judicial system and among citizens who rely on strong institutions to uphold law, justice, and national resilience.
