World-renowned Israeli chef Shalom Kadosh remains in critical condition Monday after being assaulted last week during an attempted robbery in Jerusalem.
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The Jerusalem District Police have arrested Ali Adkidak, 41, from east Jerusalem, on suspicion that he was the assailant. Adkidak a prior criminal record and was recently released from prison, according to local media reports.
He denies any involvement in the case.
Kadosh, 74, sustained a head injury during the mugging. He was rushed to Hadassah Ein Kerem Medical Center in the capital. As of Saturday, doctors said they were fighting for his life.
Kadosh is one of the most internationally well-known Israeli chefs, cooking for many world leaders. In January 2020 he prepared the food for the World Holocaust Forum gala in Israel, attended by 41 heads of state.
