Durham police chief condemns hate after two alleged hate-related offences
Durham Region hate incidents: police respond after two arrests in separate cases See what officers are doing to protect communities and support those affected
Durham Region police say they are concerned about a rise in haterelated incidents after two arrests this week in separate cases.
On Monday, police arrested a 19yearold Whitby man after he allegedly posted threats online about carrying out a shooting at a synagogue in the region. He faces a charge of threats motivated by hate.
On Wednesday, officers arrested a 57yearold Whitby man accused of promoting antiMuslim hatred online. Police said he faces charges related to hatemotivated threats and inciting hatred in a public place.
Chief Peter Moreira said the service is working with policing partners and community leaders and is providing support to people affected. Police said they will release information publicly when appropriate while the investigations continue.