Police officer wounded in shooting near synagogue on Yom Kippur
Summary
A police officer and a man were injured in a shooting near the Sons of Jacob Synagogue in Belleville, Ontario, as people gathered for Yom Kippur. The man was in serious condition, and investigators are looking into the incident, but no clear motive or connection to the Jewish community has been confirmed.Key Facts
- The shooting happened around 7:10 p.m. near a synagogue during Yom Kippur in Belleville, Ontario.
- Both the officer and the man involved were taken to the hospital; the man’s condition is life-threatening.
- Police have not stated what caused the shooting or if the synagogue was the target.
- The Special Investigations Unit is investigating the shooting.
- Authorities said there is no ongoing danger to the public and asked people to stay away from the area during the investigation.
- Ontario’s Premier and Toronto’s Mayor expressed concern and support for the Jewish community.
- Increased police patrols are planned at places of worship in the region as a precaution.
- The shooting follows a rise in antisemitism and previous attacks on synagogues in Canada, leading to more government funding for security.
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