Two Israeli nationals, believed to be about 40 years old, were killed Sunday in a single-vehicle crash in the Malibu area of Los Angeles, authorities said. Emergency crews pronounced both people dead at the scene, and investigators have not yet released the victims' names. Families are being guided through identification and repatriation, with local Jewish rescue volunteers and consular staff coordinating next steps. Officials have not publicly disclosed the exact crash location or the cause while the investigation continues.
According to Israel National News, volunteers from ZAKA's International Unit are assisting the victims' families with identification, required documentation and arrangements to transfer the bodies back to Israel. Haim Weingarten, ZAKA's vice president of operations, told the outlet, "ZAKA's International Unit is working in cooperation with the local authorities in the United States and is accompanying the families throughout the process."
Malibu Roads And Recent Deadly Crashes
Local leaders have been sounding the alarm about dangerous collisions along Pacific Coast Highway and nearby canyon roads this spring. As The Malibu Times reported in May, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Sgt. Chris Soderlund told the city council that three fatal crashes occurred within a 48‑hour period on PCH and canyon roads, including two pedestrian deaths near Leo Carrillo State Beach.
ZAKA And Consulate Coordinate Repatriation
ZAKA's international unit and consular officials in Los Angeles are leading efforts to identify the victims and complete cross-border paperwork, working alongside U.S. authorities as required. Investigators have not released formal identifications or a cause of the crash, and the victims were reported to be in their 40s. According to Israel National News, the operation is being carried out in coordination with the Israeli Consulate in Los Angeles and U.S. authorities.
Consular Help
The Consulate General of Israel in Los Angeles maintains emergency consular lines and can assist Israeli citizens and families with documentation, translation and repatriation logistics. The consulate's contact page lists a consular phone at 323‑852‑5500 and an emergency WhatsApp number for urgent cases; consular inquiries can be sent to [email protected].
Investigations are ongoing, and officials say more information will be released as it becomes available. This story will be updated when authorities or consular staff publish further details.
