Five Charged With Promoting Hatred Against Jewish Community During Toronto Protest
Five people have been arrested and charged with wilful promotion of hatred after anti-Semitic signs were displayed during a protest in Toronto. Toronto police say five suspects attended a demonstration on March 15 at the intersection of Bathurst Street and Sheppard Avenue West, a predominantly Jewish neighbourhood, where protesters and counter-protesters clashed over support for Israel.
TL;DR
- Five people arrested and charged with wilful promotion of hatred.
- Charges stem from anti-Semitic signs displayed during a Toronto protest on March 15.
- The protest occurred at Bathurst Street and Sheppard Avenue West, a predominantly Jewish neighbourhood.
- Protesters and counter-protesters clashed over support for Israel.
- Toronto police executed search warrants on May 31st, seizing clothing and devices.
- Police stated they will be relentless in holding those who commit criminal acts of hate accountable.