Canadian sources told CNN that Montreal police believe Monday's deadly shooting was aimed at law enforcement rather than the Jewish community, killing a police officer and a Jewish civilian, Israeli media reported.
Canadian sources told CNN that Montreal police believe Monday's attack, which killed a police officer and a Jewish civilian, was directed at law enforcement rather than the Jewish community. The assessment was reported by Israeli journalist Tomer Almagor, citing the CNN report. The finding contrasts with initial concerns that the shooting, which occurred near a Jewish neighborhood and a Chabad center, was a hate crime targeting Jews. Montreal police have not publicly confirmed the update. The Zioneer previously reported on the attack and its aftermath, including the police chief's description of the incident as a "nightmare." This development, based on a single source, remains unverified by Canadian authorities.
3 developments
- StrongNew footage from Montreal attack scene shows police operation underway
- StrongNew details emerge on deadly shooting in Montreal — suspected 'Incel' attack
- DevelopingMontreal shooter reportedly traveled from Alberta; motive uncertain — unconfirmed reports raise 'contracted' theory
- StrongZAKA says teams on the ground in Montreal as Jewish community monitors wounded
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