Calgary Jewish Federation reacts to Pittsburgh synagogue shooting
Posted Oct 28, 2018 4:25 pm.
Last Updated Oct 28, 2018 4:37 pm.
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CALGARY (660 NEWS) – The Calgary Jewish Federation is reacting to the deadly shooting at a Pittsburgh synagogue, calling it tragic, and devastating to the world’s Jewish community.
A released statement says, “Together we mourn the murder of Jews, murdered simply for being Jews…this hateful and senseless act has taken lives of innocent congregants and injured others, including members of the local Pittsburgh law enforcement community.”
They add, “We are grateful for a response from Calgary and Canadian law enforcement that has been quick and unambiguous. We also thank local, provincial, and federal government, and leadership in the many ethnic and religious communities throughout the city, for their words of support and solidarity.”
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“Though thousands of miles away, we stand shoulder to shoulder with our brothers and sisters at The Tree of Life Congregation, in both sadness and resolve. Our community will remain strong in the face of such hateful acts.”
Condolences and remembrances of the 11 victims of the deadly attack on the synagogue are also flowing on social media. Alleged gunman Robert Bowers, who remains in custody in hospital after being wounded by police, faces dozens of federal and state charges.
