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.

Five Charged With Promoting Hatred Against Jewish Community During Toronto Protest

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.