Man Arrested for Toronto Mosque Vandalism

OTAWWA (IQNA) – A 42-year-old man has been arrested in Toronto, Canada on charge of vandalism at a mosque.

The arrest comes a week after hate symbols were found painted on the religious building.

Police said they were called to Danforth and Donlands avenues around 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 6 to investigate reported vandalism.

Officers arrived to find hate symbols had been painted on the front of a mosque in the area. Police said at the time investigators believed a man was responsible for the graffiti.

A week later, on Friday, Oct. 13, police arrested a 42-year-old man from Burlington.

He was charged with one count of mischief and two counts of obstructing the lawful use, enjoyment or operation of property.

He was scheduled to appear in court on Saturday.

Source: globalnews.ca