Michele Mandel
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@MandelSun
An award-winning writer with the Toronto Sun since 1984, currently writing about justice issues. [email protected]
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In keeping with our community’s values, we do not normally communicate on Shabbat. We are making an exception today to ensure the community receives accurate information directly from us. The Jewish Security Network’s (JSN) Security Operations Centre was notified of two incidents of gunfire that occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning. The first occurred at the BAYT synagogue on Clark Avenue in Thornhill, and the second at the Shaarei Shomayim synagogue on Glencairn Avenue in North York. No injuries have been reported. Police and JSN staff were on scene shortly after the incidents. There is a significant police presence at both locations, and officers will remain there throughout Shabbat. Police have also confirmed that additional resources are being deployed across the surrounding areas. We understand that many in the community may be feeling alarmed. Please know that JSN continues to work closely with police, synagogues and other community institutions across the region. Since the Hamas-led terror attacks of October 7, our community knows all too well that when tensions flare in the Middle East, we feel it here at home. CIJA has been actively engaging with municipal, provincial, and federal government officials to advocate for the safety and security of our community. JSN reminds the community to follow its general safety guidance, including staying aware of your surroundings, remaining vigilant at Jewish institutions and events, and cooperating with security personnel and law enforcement. Any suspicious activity, security concern, or incident should be reported immediately to 911 and to JSN’s 24/7 Security Operations Centre at 437-222-3999. Police are actively investigating these incidents. We will continue to update the community and the media as more information becomes available. Read our full update: jewishtoronto.com/news-media/com…
