Police are investigating an alleged assault at the Bloor\u002DYonge subway station on Wednesday morning as a hate crime.
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Toronto Police were called around 8:30 a.m. to a call for an assault at the TTC station where it was reported a man “struck the victim on the head causing the victim’s religious head covering to become dislodged and fall to the ground.”From our newsroom to your inbox at noon, the latest headlines, stories, opinion and photos from the Toronto Sun.By clicking on the sign up button you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.
“The safety of customers and employees is paramount to all we do. This includes being safe from violence related to bigotry, racism, sexism or any other assault motivated by hate. The TTC condemns in the strongest possible terms this incident,” the statement said. “We will continue to assist Toronto Police in the course of their investigation.
The suspect is described as wearing a blue hat, black jacket and was carrying a black bag. Police have released an image of the suspect.
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