Toronto Police Investigating Rebel News Van Displaying Ad

June 21, 2024 TruthUSA

A Rebel News-sponsored truck is currently being investigated by Toronto Police’s Hate Crime Unit for displaying ads that are deemed “Islamophobic” by the police.

The hate crimes unit is responding to complaints about the cube van with video footage of Muslims praying and a large group of pro-Palestinian demonstrators in downtown Toronto. The ad questions if the scenes resemble Yemen, Syria, or Iraq, and urges Canada to “wake up” as it declares the country is “under siege.”

Toronto Police Service (TPS) announced the investigation of the van via social media.

“We acknowledge the community’s concerns regarding a truck displaying Islamophobic content in Toronto,” reads the June 19 post. “The TPS Hate Crime Unit is currently investigating.”

While the police did not confirm a specific investigation into Rebel News, TPS media advisor Devika Deonarine stated that a public report prompted the probe of the van.

“This investigation is ongoing,” she mentioned via email. “Any updates will be communicated through a release.”

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Police Chief Myron Demkiw also made a statement on social media regarding the investigation.

“Let me be clear, all incidents of hate are serious. Everyone deserves to feel safe in our great city,” he wrote on June 20. “Hateful behavior has no place in Toronto.”

Rebel News founder Ezra Levant confirmed in a post on June 20 on his website that Toronto police are investigating Rebel News for running ads displaying local community activists’ content on their billboard truck.

The video ads were created by Canadians Opposed to the Occupation of our Streets and Campuses, according to Mr. Levant, showcasing activities of pro-Hamas groups in Toronto, including criminal offenses ignored by authorities and politicians.

“This specific ad demonstrates pro-Hamas groups causing disruptions in downtown Toronto,” Mr. Levant stated.

Mr. Levant mentioned other incidents in Toronto, such as attacks on the Jewish community, questioning police priorities.

“If I drive by the burnt remains of St. Anne’s Anglican Church with my billboard truck, will you consider that a hate crime?” Mr. Levant asked on X in response to the police chief’s investigation announcement. “If I pass by the Bais Chaya Mushka girls school that was shot at by masked gunmen, will you investigate that shooting as a hate crime?”

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