Fire at Montreal synagogue prompts police probe, widespread condemnation
Global News
An alleged arson targeting a synagogue in Montreal's West Island is under investigation by police and being widely condemned by political leaders and the Jewish community.
An alleged arson at a synagogue in Montreal’s West Island is under investigation by police and being widely denounced by political leaders and Jewish community groups.
A call was made to 911 shortly before 3 a.m. Wednesday about a fire at the Congregation Beth Tikvah in the on-island suburb of Dollard-des-Ormeaux, according to Montreal police.
Police say an incendiary device was found at the scene and flames were put out with an extinguisher. There was broken glass and damage to the front door.
No injuries were reported. The police department’s arson squad remained at the scene Wednesday morning.
Police say witnesses reported seeing a suspect leaving the area and investigators will look at surveillance camera footage. No arrests have been made.
Meanwhile, police also discovered a smashed window and a damaged door at the nearby West Island office of the Federation CJA, a Jewish community group.
Montreal Mayor Valérie Plante vowed police would find those responsible, saying “anti-Semitic acts are criminal acts.”
“It is intolerable that Montreal citizens live in insecurity because of their religion,” Plante wrote on X.
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