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3 people arrested after incident during protest at Hindu temple in Brampton: Peel police
CTC News Ontario reports:
In a statement posted on social media Sunday afternoon, police said they were aware of the protest taking place in the northeast end of the city.
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The statement was in response to videos circulating on social media showing people being attacked outside the Hindu Sabha Temple during a protest where Khalistan flags are seen being waved.
In the video, some individuals are struck with flags and sticks.
The event was subsequently relocated to two different locations within the city of Mississauga, police said.
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Analyst Comments:
Firstpost reports that Hindu temples in Canada have been targeted for several years. The 31 October 2024 Faith-Based Daily Awareness Post highlighted thefts from Buddhist and Hindu Temples.
NBC 4 Washington reports:
Ahead of Election Day, D.C. is bracing for what could be a tumultuous time.
Fencing was reinforced outside the White House in Lafayette Square Sunday night, and there was a similar scene outside the vice president’s residence, the Naval Observatory.
Some downtown businesses boarded up their windows ahead of the election, and security measures are in place at Howard University, where Vice President Kamala Harris will hold her election watch party.
Many factors have increased the threat environment. The following resources can aid Faith-Based Organizations with their security profile.
- CISA website: Protecting Houses of Worship
- DHS: Recognize the Signs of Terrorism-Related Suspicious Activity
- Secure Community Network (SCN): Civil Unrest – Facility Preparedness
- Muslim Council of Britain website: Mosque Safety and Security Guidance
- CISA’s Fire As A Weapon Action Guide
- US Fire Administration website: Protecting Houses of Worship Against Arson
Additionally, Faith-Based ISAO’s website provides resources in the Resource Library, including information on Securing Facilities and People.
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This DAP highlights – 3 people arrested after incident during protest at Hindu temple in Brampton: Peel police. DAP also has More Faith-Based Stories and Select All-Hazard Stories. These updates are shared to help raise the situational awareness of Faith-Based organizations to best defend against and mitigate the impacts from all-hazards threats including physical security, cybersecurity, and natural disasters.
This DAP highlights – 3 people arrested after incident during protest at Hindu temple in Brampton: Peel police. DAP also has More Faith-Based Stories and Select All-Hazard Stories. These updates are shared to help raise the situational awareness of Faith-Based organizations to best defend against and mitigate the impacts from all-hazards threats including physical security, cybersecurity, and natural disasters.
