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Imam Assaulted Outside Canadian Mosque in Suspected Islamophobic Attack
(MENAFN) An imam at the BCMA Mosque in Victoria, Canada, was attacked outside the mosque in what is being described as a possible Islamophobic incident, according to a statement from the National Council of Canadian Muslims.
The organization said Sheikh Ebrahim had been sitting in his vehicle after leading evening prayers on Thursday when an individual opened his car door and assaulted him. The attacker reportedly shouted anti-Muslim insults during the incident, including telling him to “go back to your country.”
The council said it has been in contact with authorities over the past 48 hours to support efforts aimed at ensuring accountability and improving safety in the wake of the attack.
In its statement, the organization condemned the incident, saying it was unacceptable to see a religious leader targeted in such a manner and warning of what it described as the growing risk of Islamophobia in communities.
It urged public officials to strongly condemn acts of anti-Muslim violence and to take concrete steps to address rising hate-related incidents.
The group also called on law enforcement to thoroughly investigate the attack, including whether it was motivated by hate, and to ensure that those responsible are held accountable.
No additional information has been released regarding the imam’s condition or any potential charges related to the incident.
The organization said Sheikh Ebrahim had been sitting in his vehicle after leading evening prayers on Thursday when an individual opened his car door and assaulted him. The attacker reportedly shouted anti-Muslim insults during the incident, including telling him to “go back to your country.”
The council said it has been in contact with authorities over the past 48 hours to support efforts aimed at ensuring accountability and improving safety in the wake of the attack.
In its statement, the organization condemned the incident, saying it was unacceptable to see a religious leader targeted in such a manner and warning of what it described as the growing risk of Islamophobia in communities.
It urged public officials to strongly condemn acts of anti-Muslim violence and to take concrete steps to address rising hate-related incidents.
The group also called on law enforcement to thoroughly investigate the attack, including whether it was motivated by hate, and to ensure that those responsible are held accountable.
No additional information has been released regarding the imam’s condition or any potential charges related to the incident.
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