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Beersheba Couple Convicted in Bagrut Exam Fraud Scheme

1/8/2026

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Shuruk Tza'alok and Wafa Tza'alok, Beersheba residents, were sentenced for a bagrut exam fraud scheme.
They collected and distributed exam questions and answers for a fee, using a proctor to obtain real-time photos.
Judge Alon Gavison convicted them of fraud, money laundering, and tax crimes, and sentenced Shuruk Tza'alok to 44 months' probation and a 300,000 NIS fine, and Wafa Tza'alok to 36 months' probation and a 250,000 NIS fine.

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Story summary

Shuruk Tza'alok and Wafa Tza'alok, Beersheba residents, were sentenced for a bagrut exam fraud scheme.
They collected and distributed exam questions and answers for a fee, using a proctor to obtain real-time photos.
Judge Alon Gavison convicted them of fraud, money laundering, and tax crimes, and sentenced Shuruk Tza'alok to 44 months' probation and a 300,000 NIS fine, and Wafa Tza'alok to 36 months' probation and a 250,000 NIS fine.