Peled's appointment as commissioner did not surprise the top of the police: "The minister's word is done" - Voila! News. Many in the police question the suitability of Chief Avshalom Peled for the position, pointing out that he was chosen without appropriate command experience.
In addition, in 2015, Peled was investigated by the police on suspicion of breach of trust, and it was recommended that he not be promoted. "This indicates exactly where the police are going: proximity and flattery over professionalism"