Canada synagogue targeted during Yom Kippur prayers; suspect neutralized, officer wounded
The suspect fired at the windows of Sons of Jacob synagogue and was neutralized in a shootout with a police officer, who was hospitalized; no worshippers were hurt; Ontario premier: 'The Jewish community has every right to gather and worship safely and without fear'
During Yom Kippur prayers overnight Sunday into Monday (Israel time), a 29-year-old man opened fire at the Sons of Jacob synagogue in Belleville, Ontario, Canada, firing at least 23 rounds through its windows. Worshippers were evacuated, and a responding police officer was wounded, though his condition is critical but stable. The suspect was shot by the officer and is in life-threatening condition. Ontario’s Special Investigations Unit has launched an investigation.
- Ontario Premier Doug Ford condemned the incident, stating he was “disgusted by the shooting” and that the Jewish community has “every right to gather and worship safely and without fear.”
- Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney had earlier issued a statement pledging to combat rising antisemitism, emphasizing that Jewish Canadians should be able to practice their faith openly and without fear.
- Following the shooting, Carney reiterated that Jews must be able to worship safely and live openly, freely, and proudly.
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