Montreal Kosher Bakery Hit by Arson, Hate Crime Investigation Launched
Summarized from Israel National News by baba
A Montreal kosher bakery, Mimimelon, was severely damaged by a suspected arson attack early Wednesday, the second incident targeting the business in two days. Police are investigating the fires as a hate crime due to the bakery's ties to the Jewish community. Co-owner Jennie Volfson described the damage as devastating and expressed fear, noting a previous antisemitic threat. The attack follows a series of antisemitic incidents in Montreal since October 7, 2023.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Montreal kosher bakery Mimimelon suffered extensive damage from a suspected arson attack.
- This was the second incident targeting the Jewish-owned business in less than two days.
- Montreal police are investigating the fires as a hate crime.
- Co-owner Jennie Volfson described the destruction as devastating and expressed feelings of fear.
- The attack follows a series of antisemitic incidents in Montreal since October 7, 2023.
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