Man and police officer wounded in exchange of gunfire near Ontario synagogue
Summary
A police officer and a man were injured in a shooting near a synagogue in Belleville, Ontario, as people were observing Yom Kippur. The man is in life-threatening condition, and police are investigating the incident without confirming the motive or whether the Jewish community was targeted.Key Facts
- The shooting happened near Sons of Jacob Synagogue in Belleville, about 110 miles east of Toronto.
- Both the police officer and the man were taken to hospital, with the man in serious condition.
- Police have not explained what caused the shooting or if it was directed at the synagogue or Jewish community.
- Authorities have said the public is not at risk and asked people to avoid the area during the investigation.
- The special investigations unit, which looks into serious police incidents, is handling the case.
- Ontario Premier Doug Ford expressed his concern, saying Jewish people have the right to worship safely.
- York regional police reported no known threat but increased patrols at places of worship are expected.
- The shooting is part of wider concerns about antisemitic attacks in Canada, with recent incidents at synagogues and Jewish schools.
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