Three people have now been charged and the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi posted a message on social media condemning what Canadian law enforcement is calling protests under investigation for alleged “illegal acts” that began outside a hindu temple in Ontario on Sunday.

According to Peel Regional Police Monday morning, three people were arrested and charged over the incident other alleged acts still under investigation.

On Sunday, shortly after 2:30 p.m., Peel Regional Police said they were aware of a protest that took place at a temple in Brampton, Ont., and urged the public to ensure a “peaceful and legal,” noting that it had increased. and a visible presence to monitor activities.

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A video circulating on X appeared to show people using flagpoles to hit others.

In an email to Global News, Peel Regional Police said a video circulating on social media appears to have shown an off-duty officer “involved in a protest.”

Police said investigators believed the same protesters who demonstrated outside the temple then moved to two separate locations in Mississauga, Ontario.

An arrest that occurred Sunday “during the management of the demonstration” in the Westwood Mall area of ​​Mississauga resulted in a police officer being slightly injured, Peel police said.

The Canadian Hindu Foundation claimed that the “attack” “is occurring with the support of Khalistaani’s political supporters.”

In his message, Modi claimed there had been “cowardly attempts to intimidate our diplomats”.

“Such acts of violence never weaken India’s resolve,” Modi wrote on X. “We expect the Canadian government to ensure justice and uphold the rule of law.”

Law enforcement said it appreciates the cooperation of those who have remained peaceful and will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.

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3 people charged during protest at Hindu temple in Brampton as Modi condemns ‘deliberate attack’

Several Canadian politicians denounced the incident, with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau calling the violence “unacceptable.”

“Every Canadian has the right to practice their faith freely and safely,” he wrote on X.

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre also said his party “unequivocally” condemned the violence, adding that it would “unite our people and end the chaos.”

Ontario Premier Doug Ford condemned the incident and added: “No one should feel unsafe in their place of worship.”

—with files from Gabby Rodrigues and Andrew Benson of Global News

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