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Whitby Man Charged After Anti-Muslim Online Threats

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  • Durham Regional Police arrested 57-year-old Whitby man Sean Farro for allegedly promoting anti-Muslim hatred online.
  • He posted a “hunting permit” image targeting Muslims under the social-media handle “Sean Strife.”
  • Farro was charged with Offence Motivated by Hatred – Uttering Threats and Inciting Hatred in a Public Place.
  • He remains in custody pending a bail hearing.
  • Police said Bill C-9 strengthens protections against hate-motivated crime.