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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 .
Edmonton Journal
26-05-2025
- Edmonton Journal
Man arrested at Walk with Israel for 'yelling anti-semitic slurs': Toronto police
Article content 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.'
Calgary Herald
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Calgary Herald
Man arrested at Walk with Israel for 'yelling anti-semitic slurs': Toronto police
Article content A man was arrested at the Walk with Israel in Toronto on Sunday for allegedly 'yelling anti-Semitic slurs at attendees.' Article content Article content 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. Article content '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.' Article content Article content 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. Article content Article content '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. Article content
CBC
16-05-2025
- CBC
45-year-old Hamilton woman arrested after anti-Black 'hate motivated assaults,' police say
A 45-year-old woman has been arrested, Hamilton police say, after a series of "hate motivated assaults." Police responded on May 12 and 13 to "separate incidents all involving the same female suspect" and the "attacker could be heard uttering anti-Black hate speech," they said. The victims were between the ages of 14 and 24, police say, and one suffered minor injuries. Police said the incidents took place in "lower Stoney Creek." Melissa Deman, of Hamilton, is facing four assault charges. Police say the Hate Crime Unit is assisting in the investigation.
