Shin Bet and Israel Police reported that the investigation has ended, and an indictment will be filed against the Kafr Kanna resident later on Thursday.
Israeli police have discovered another monkey in a Bedouin village, part of a larger wildlife smuggling operation that used drones from Egypt and Jordan to transport animals, weapons, and drugs.
Since the beginning of the month, numerous incidences of lions and monkeys being discovered throughout the country have been reported.
The INPA stressed the dangers of the illegal wildlife trade, stating that smuggled monkeys may carry diseases such as tuberculosis and rabies even if they do not show symptoms.
According to official figures, eight monkeys and three lion cubs have been recovered so far in operations carried out in collaboration with the INPA.
Israel Police Commissioner Danny Levy instructed on Friday afternoon to "examine" Argaman's statements ahead of a potential investigation.
According to the police, he accessed the hostage’s medical records out of "curiosity."
The victim sustained moderate wounds to his leg and was transferred to the hospital.
These operations come as part of a widespread effort by the police to locate wild animals held illegally by civilians.
The family of the co-owner said that the police confiscated books and placed an order for the store to be closed, all without a search or arrest warrant.
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