Assessment prepared before crush in which 45 died highlighted overcrowding at Toldot Aharon compound; police said to fear some ultra-Orthodox sects now removing evidence
Netanyahu says deadly crush will be thoroughly investigated, but doesn't mention a state inquiry commission; Deri, breaking silence, also calls for full examination
Yoel Schlezinger, who helps out with hospitality services at annual Lab B'Omer festival, says he poured water on crowd in effort to stop deadly movement
Matanyahu Englman says special probe will focus on conduct of all involved, the compound's administration, and what can be done to stop a similar tragedy occurring in the future
The exit ramp where 45 people were crushed to death on Thursday night was allegedly built without a permit, and will feature prominently in upcoming investigations
Recent comments