US EditionNorthwoods Mall Menorah Lighting Carries Deeper Meaning Following Deadly Australia Attack
Vancouver Police deployed extra officers and added protection at Jewish institutions after 16 killed and 38 injured in Sydney's antisemitic Hanukkah attack, officials said.
- On Sunday, the Vancouver Police Department deployed extra officers to a downtown menorah lighting at the Vancouver Art Gallery and said it would provide additional resources to ensure safety.
- The Bondi Beach attack, carried out by two gunmen, was declared a terrorist incident by authorities after killing at least 16 and injuring 38 with three long-arm rifles.
- Police and community institutions coordinated extra security and support ahead of this evening's events; synagogues, Jewish schools and community centres will have added police protection and the Vancouver Police Department has connected with the city's Jewish community and issued condolences.
- Attendees reported fear but turnout remained strong, with some saying they were scared; Josh Galant said, `I was actually speaking with some Jewish friends who said they didn't want to come to this event, they're scared`, and regional police urged reporting suspicious activity to 911.
- More lighting ceremonies are set to take place throughout the week, including at Stratford City Hall on Thursday and Kitchener City Hall on Sunday, while officers will take enhanced proactive measures for planned Hanukkah celebrations.
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