Two Arrested in Shooting at Toronto Jewish School

Toronto police have arrested a 20-year-old man and a 17-year-old boy in connection with a shooting at Bais Chaya Mushka Elementary School on October 12, which occurred during the Jewish holiday Yom Kippur. The suspects face multiple charges, including unauthorized possession of a fully automatic Glock handgun, after gunfire shattered a school window but caused no injuries, as the school was empty at the time. This incident marks the second attack on the school this year, prompting police to investigate potential links between the two shootings. Deputy Chief Robert Johnson stated that while the motive is still unclear, the investigation is examining whether the shooting was motivated by hate. Mayor Olivia Chow condemned the shooting as a 'horrific antisemitic' act, while Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expressed his disturbance over the incident, highlighting the need for safety in the Jewish community. The Toronto police have vowed to maintain a strong presence in Jewish neighborhoods in response to these attacks.