Toronto police ramping up presence around synagogues in wake of Jewish museum shooting in D.C.

The security of places of worship was strengthened in Washington, D.C., announced the chief of police, after the deadly attack near a Jewish museum and as the Jewish community in the American capital prepares Friday night to celebrate Shabbat.

Police in GTA step up patrols near synagogues, places of worship after 2 killed in Washington, D.C.

Police in Toronto and across the GTA say they are increasing presence around synagogues and places of worship in response to two staff members of the Israeli Embassy in Washington who were shot and killed at a Jewish museum on Wednesday night.

Toronto police ramping up presence around synagogues in wake of Jewish museum shooting in D.C.

Starting Thursday, the police force will be focused on the Bathurst Street corridor area, officials said.