Japanika probe goes international as FBI, Romanian police join investigation

An international investigation is underway into alleged organized crime activities targeting the Japanika sushi chain, with the FBI and Romanian police now involved alongside Israeli authorities. The probe reportedly stems from a conflict between the Musli and Jarushi crime families.

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The investigation has become international. The police are not operating only in Israel. Police agencies around the world are involved, including the FBI and Romanian police.

Israeli police recently arrested Yossi Musli, a Tel Aviv resident, on suspicion of involvement in shootings and grenade attacks against Japanika locations in central Israel. Three other suspects, all from the Tel Aviv area, were also apprehended. Musli, who is in his 40s, has denied all allegations during questioning, stating, "I have no connection to the attacks. I was at home. I did nothing."

Reports indicate that Eran Haya, a crime organization leader held in Brooklyn, may be connected to the matter. The FBI reportedly raided his cell and found cellphones. Additionally, the Romanian security service questioned Musli's brother, Eli Musli, warning that businesses in Romania could be shut down if the activities continue.

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The Romanian security service questioned Yossi Musli’s brother, Eli Musli, based on materials transferred by Israel Police. The Romanian authorities made it clear to Musli that if this continues, they will shut down the businesses in Romania. There will be results and achievements in this case.

The court extended Musli's detention as the investigation progresses, with authorities seeking to understand the extent of the organized crime involvement and its international connections.

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I have no connection to the attacks. I was at home. I did nothing.