Overview

• The alleged crimes occurred between April 2024 and January 2025, targeting Jewish community institutions, including five synagogues in Toronto.
• Azar is accused of arson, vandalism, and making threats, including a voicemail threatening to harm staff at the Forest Hill Jewish Centre.
• The charges include rarely used hate speech offences, advocating genocide and willful promotion of hatred, requiring approval from the Ministry of the Attorney General.
• Prosecutors are pursuing terrorism classification for the case, reflecting the severity of the allegations and potential sentencing implications.
• Azar was released on bail under strict conditions, including house arrest and GPS monitoring, pending further court proceedings.