of Toronto Police The service is asking for the public’s help to identify a vehicle linked to a suspected hate-motivated attack in the city’s north end.
Police say the incident occurred on April 30 in the area of Bathurst Street and Lawrence Avenue West, where a suspect in a vehicle allegedly fired an Orbeez-style replica gun at victims who were clearly identifiable members of the Jewish community.
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Investigators say the victims suffered minor injuries and the suspect fled the scene in a blue SUV.
The case is being treated as a suspected hate crime and is being handled by the force’s Hate Crime Unit.
Police have released video of the vehicle and are asking anyone with information to come forward.
The incident comes as May marks Canadian Jewish Heritage Month, a time that recognizes the contributions of Jewish Canadians and celebrates Jewish culture, history and communities across the country.
