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Whitby man charged after allegedly promoting anti‑Muslim violence online, Durham police say
Sean Farro faces charges after police say a Facebook post promoted violence and hatred toward Muslims, and his profile had 29,000 followers.
- On Wednesday, the Durham Regional Police arrested 57-year-old Sean Farro of Whitby, Ont., after investigators concluded an online anti-Muslim hate investigation. Authorities allege Farro, known online as Sean Strife, promoted violence against the Muslim community.
- The Hate Crime Unit launched an investigation after Farro's Facebook profile displayed a picture advertising a "hunting permit" against Muslims in North America. He captioned the image, "I suggest everyone register now," according to police.
- Police stated the case falls under strengthened provisions of Canada's Combatting Hate Act , which expanded Criminal Code protections by creating new offences related to hate-motivated crime and intimidation in a Public Place.
- Farro faces charges including Offence Motivated by Hatred, Uttering Threats, and Incite Hatred in a Public Place. He remains in custody awaiting a bail hearing.
- Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to contact Police or Crime Stoppers anonymously. These allegations have yet to be proven in court.
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Whitby man charged after allegedly promoting anti‑Muslim violence
The Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS) have charged a Whitby man after investigators allege he used social media to promote violence and hatred toward the Muslim community. The Hate Crime Unit concluded its investigation on Wednesday, taking a suspect into custody following reports of online posts allegedly encouraging harm against Muslims under the username “Sean Strife.” No injuries were reported. Police say Sean Farro, 57, is charged with …
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REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, WHITBY — A 57-year-old man in Whitby, Canada, was charged after police accused him of spreading hatred and inciting violence against the Muslim community through social media. Durham Regional Police arrested Sean...
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