Israeli settler charged with reckless manslaughter in killing of Palestinian linked to Oscar‑winning West Bank film

Yinon Levy has been formally charged with reckless manslaughter in connection with the fatal shooting of Odeh Hathaleen that occurred in July 2025. The indictment, filed by the district attorney’s office, alleges that Levy’s negligent handling of a firearm directly led to Hathaleen’s death, prompting a criminal complaint that will be heard in the municipal court later this month.

Law enforcement officials say the investigation, which involved forensic analysis and witness interviews, concluded that the shooting was unintentional yet stemmed from reckless conduct. Levy was taken into custody shortly after the incident and has been denied bail pending trial. The case underscores the jurisdiction’s ongoing focus on firearm safety and accountability, with the upcoming proceedings expected to determine the appropriate legal consequences if Levy is found guilty.