Toronto police have revealed that the suspect accused of setting fire to a storage shed outside a Jewish day school was using the shed as a shelter.
According to authorities, the incident occurred on Sunday morning at the Bialik Hebrew Day School on Atkinson Avenue. The suspect, who has not been identified, allegedly set fire to the shed, causing significant damage.
Upon further investigation, police discovered that the suspect had been using the shed as a shelter. It is unclear how long the suspect had been staying there or what their motive was for setting the fire.
The Toronto Police Service’s Hate Crime Unit has been notified and is assisting with the investigation. At this time, there is no evidence to suggest that the incident was a hate crime.
The suspect has been charged with arson and is scheduled to appear in court on Monday.
The Bialik Hebrew Day School released a statement expressing their shock and disappointment at the incident. They also thanked the police for their swift response and for keeping the school community safe.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of tolerance and respect for all individuals and communities. The Toronto Police Service is urging anyone with information to come forward and assist with the investigation.
The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is asked to contact the Toronto Police Service or Crime Stoppers anonymously.
