An Israeli woman has been missing for three days on the Greek island of Crete, and local police, together with volunteers, are conducting a search operation. A professional Israeli search and rescue team is also en route to assist.
Michal Peleg, 65, was last seen on Wednesday near her home in the village of Kavousi, a popular destination in eastern Crete known for hiking trails. According to her family, Peleg often goes for walks in the area and swims at a nearby beach.
A rescue team from Harel Insurance’s unit, with which Peleg is insured, is scheduled to arrive in Crete on Saturday. The team includes three Israeli rescuers.
The Foreign Ministry said its Department for Israelis in Distress Abroad, together with the Israeli Embassy in Greece, is assisting in the search.
“Representatives from the Foreign Ministry are in constant contact with the family of the missing woman, as well as with Interpol, the insurance company’s rescue team, and local police who have deployed search teams,” the ministry said. “We hope the missing woman is found safe and sound as soon as possible.”
Professional search team using drones, foot patrols to aid in the search for Peleg
Daniel Krasso, a member of the Harel 669 rescue team, said: “On Friday evening, we received a request to locate a Harel insured who is missing in Crete. Accordingly, we immediately activated local search teams with the assistance of local police. At the same time, we prepared to dispatch a rescue team from Harel 669, consisting of three Israeli rescuers, to assist in locating the missing person.”
He added that Harel 669 is coordinating with foot search teams, drones, and other technological tools to aid in the effort. “We are in constant and direct contact with the insured’s family and the Israeli Foreign Ministry,” Krasso said.