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CTV News
4 days ago
- CTV News
Antisemitic comments written on mailboxes in Kitchener: WRPS
File photo of a Canada Post mailbox taken in Windsor. Ont. (Melanie Borrelli / CTV Windsor) Waterloo Regional Police's Hate Crime Unit are looking into a report of graffiti in the area of Casey Drive in Kitchener. On Aug. 14 around 9 a.m., police received a report of graffiti on multiple Canada Post mailboxes. 'The graffiti included antisemitic comments and is believed to have occurred within the past seven days,' said a media release from police. The investigation is ongoing.
CTV News
10-07-2025
- CTV News
Ottawa police seeking to identify suspect in distribution of white supremacist materials in Osgoode Village
Ottawa police are looking to identify a man spotted in Osgoode Village at around 7:05 p.m. June 2, 2025, allegedly distributing "hate materials" to several driveways. (Ottawa Police Service/handout) Ottawa police are asking for the public's help identifying a man who was allegedly distributing white supremacist materials in Osgoode Village last month. Police said in a news release that 'hate messages' were distributed to several driveways in Osgoode at around 7:05 p.m. June 2. An Ottawa Police Service spokesperson told CTV News Ottawa in an email the materials targeted the Jewish community and were based on white supermacist and white nationalist ideology. 'The suspect is described as a light-skinned male wearing a dark T-shirt, grey or beige pants, dark shoes, a dark cap, and a dark bag worn on the front. He was riding a black bicycle,' the news release said. Anyone who witnessed the incidents, or who has relevant video surveillance footage, or any information that could help identify the suspect is asked to contact the Ottawa Police Service Hate Crime Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5015, or email hatebiascrime@
CTV News
03-07-2025
- CTV News
‘Racist slur' graffitied on home and business in Hamilton: police
Hamilton police released images of a suspect after alleged 'hate-related graffiti' was found on a home and business in the city's east end. Hamilton police are investigating alleged 'hate-related graffiti' found on a home and business in the city's east end earlier this week. Police say they believe the graffiti—which they describe as a racist slur—was sprayed on a building on Barton Street East, near Lottridge Street and Barnesdale Avenue North, between the hours of 1 and 9 a.m. on July 2. Investigators are currently canvassing the area for video surveillance but released images of the suspect wearing what appears to be an all white sweatsuit with black shoes, and a black and white crossbody bag. 'We recognize that hate has no place in our city, and we are committed to ensuring all residents feel safe and respected in their homes and places of business,' Hamilton police said in a release on Thursday. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Hate Crime Unit at 905-546-4925 or Crime Stoppers anonymously.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Man arrested at Walk with Israel for 'yelling anti-semitic slurs': Toronto police
A man was arrested at the Walk with Israel in Toronto on Sunday for allegedly 'yelling anti-Semitic slurs at attendees.' The Toronto Police Service charged Tarek Ibrahem, 57, with mischief interference with property and causing a disturbance on Sunday afternoon, according to a news release. The case is being led by the city's Hate Crime Unit. 'Wilful promotion of hatred and advocating genocide are hate propaganda (hate speech) offences which require the Attorney General's consent to lay charges. These charges are often laid at a later time,' police said. 'If a person is charged and convicted of the offence, the Judge will take into consideration hate as an aggravating factor when imposing a sentence.' The annual event held in a predominantly Jewish neighbourhood in northern Toronto drew over 50,000 participants, many carrying Israeli and Canadian flags. The largest crowd of anti-Israel protesters was stationed at the intersection of Bathurst Street and Sheppard Avenue, a block shy of the walk's endpoint at the Prosserman Jewish Community Centre (JCC). Ibrahem was arrested just south of the intersection at York Downs Drive. Toronto police spokeswoman Stephanie Sayer told National Post in an email on Monday morning that police cannot comment on the matter because it 'is now before the courts.' 'We investigate every reported instance of hate, including those that occur at demonstrations. As we've shown in the past, charges can be laid at any time – days or even weeks after an incident – as evidence is gathered. We remain committed to holding individuals accountable,' Sayer said in a statement. Ibrahem is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on July 9. 'It feels so good': Toronto's Walk with Israel breaks record with 56,000 participants 'It's needed now more than ever': Jewish community optimistic ahead of Walk with Israel fundraiser Our website is the place for the latest breaking news, exclusive scoops, longreads and provocative commentary. Please bookmark and sign up for our daily newsletter, Posted, here.
Vancouver Sun
26-05-2025
- Vancouver Sun
Man arrested at Walk with Israel for 'yelling anti-semitic slurs': Toronto police
A man was arrested at the Walk with Israel in Toronto on Sunday for allegedly 'yelling anti-Semitic slurs at attendees.' The Toronto Police Service charged Tarek Ibrahem, 57, with mischief interference with property and causing a disturbance on Sunday afternoon, according to a news release. The case is being led by the city's Hate Crime Unit. 'Wilful promotion of hatred and advocating genocide are hate propaganda (hate speech) offences which require the Attorney General's consent to lay charges. These charges are often laid at a later time,' police said. 'If a person is charged and convicted of the offence, the Judge will take into consideration hate as an aggravating factor when imposing a sentence.' The annual event held in a predominantly Jewish neighbourhood in northern Toronto drew over 50,000 participants, many carrying Israeli and Canadian flags. The largest crowd of anti-Israel protesters was stationed at the intersection of Bathurst Street and Sheppard Avenue, a block shy of the walk's endpoint at the Prosserman Jewish Community Centre (JCC). Ibrahem was arrested just south of the intersection at York Downs Drive. Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sunrise will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. Toronto police spokeswoman Stephanie Sayer told National Post in an email on Monday morning that police cannot comment on the matter because it 'is now before the courts.' 'We investigate every reported instance of hate, including those that occur at demonstrations. As we've shown in the past, charges can be laid at any time – days or even weeks after an incident – as evidence is gathered. We remain committed to holding individuals accountable,' Sayer said in a statement. Ibrahem is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on July 9. Our website is the place for the latest breaking news, exclusive scoops, longreads and provocative commentary. Please bookmark and sign up for our daily newsletter, Posted, here .
