<p>In a planned attack targeting the victims because they were Muslims, a driver ploughed a pickup vehicle into a family of five, killing four of them and badly wounding the other, according to Canadian authorities.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A 74-year-old lady, a 46-year-old man, a 44-year-old woman, and a 15-year-old kid were among those killed, according to police.</p>

<p>A 9-year-old boy has been reported to be in critical condition. Officials stated the family requested that the names not be published.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“This was a mass murder committed against Muslims,” claimed Mayor Ed Holder.“It was based on indescribable hatred.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>A 20-year-old man was charged on Monday with four counts of murder and one count of attempted murder in a hit and run case.</p>

<p>After the incident Sunday night in London, Ontario, authorities said a young male was apprehended in the parking lot of a nearby mall. A black pickup truck allegedly mounted a curb and struck the victims at a crossroads, according to police.</p>

<p>Terrorism charges are also possible against 20-year-old Nathaniel Veltman, said Deputy Inspector Paul Waight. Veltman appeared in court via video link on Monday afternoon, reported CBC. Veltman was arrested a short distance away from the scene of the crash, at Oxford Street West and Cherryhill Boulevard, near Cherryhill Mall.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He was wearing a vest that appeared to be similar to body armour, Waight said.</p>

<p>"There is evidence that this was a planned, premeditated act and that the family was targeted because of their Muslim faith," said Waight.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"This is a devastating loss of four members of our community," added Police Chief Steve Williams at an afternoon news conference.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


In a planned attack targeting the victims because they were Muslims, a driver ploughed a pickup vehicle into a family of five, killing four of them and badly wounding the other, according to Canadian authorities.

In a planned attack targeting the victims because they were Muslims, a driver ploughed a pickup vehicle into a family of five, killing four of them and badly wounding the other, according to Canadian authorities. A 74-year-old lady, a 46-year-old man, a 44-year-old woman, and a 15-year-old kid were among those killed, according to police. A 9-year-old boy has been reported to be in critical condition. Officials stated the family requested that the names not be published. “This was a mass murder committed against Muslims,” claimed Mayor Ed Holder.“It was based on indescribable hatred.” A 20-year-old man was charged on Monday with four counts of murder and one count of attempted murder in a hit and run case. After the incident Sunday night in London, Ontario, authorities said a young male was apprehended in the parking lot of a nearby mall. A black pickup truck allegedly mounted a curb and struck the victims at a crossroads, according to police. Terrorism charges are also possible against 20-year-old Nathaniel Veltman, said Deputy Inspector Paul Waight. Veltman appeared in court via video link on Monday afternoon, reported CBC. Veltman was arrested a short distance away from the scene of the crash, at Oxford Street West and Cherryhill Boulevard, near Cherryhill Mall. He was wearing a vest that appeared to be similar to body armour, Waight said. "There is evidence that this was a planned, premeditated act and that the family was targeted because of their Muslim faith," said Waight. "This is a devastating loss of four members of our community," added Police Chief Steve Williams at an afternoon news conference. (With inputs from agencies)

Four Muslim family members killed in suspected hate crime in Canada's Ontario

<p>After four members of a Muslim family were killed in what police described as a targeted hate crime, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau assured Muslims in London, Ontario, and around the country today that his government is with them.&nbsp;<br />
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"This hate is insidious and despicable — and it must stop," Trudeau said Monday evening in a social media post. "I'm horrified by the news from London, Ontario.</p>

<p>"To the loved ones of those who were terrorized by yesterday's act of hatred, we are here for you. We are also here for the child who remains in hospital — our hearts go out to you, and you will be in our thoughts as you recover."</p>

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<p>"I spoke on the phone this evening with @LdnOntMayor and @NTahir2015 about the hateful and heinous attack that took place in London, Ontario yesterday. I let them know we'll continue to use every tool we have to combat Islamophobia -- and we`ll be here for those who are grieving," Trudeau tweeted.</p>

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<p>On Sunday, a targeted attack on a Muslim family occurred in London, Ontario. In a hit-and-run case, a 20-year-old male was charged on Monday with four charges of murder and one count of attempted murder; police believe the attack was intended at a Muslim family of five.</p>

<p>Nathaniel Veltman, 20, might face terrorism charges, according to Deputy Inspector Paul Waight Veltman.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


After four members of a Muslim family were killed in what police described as a targeted hate crime, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau assured Muslims in London, Ontario, and around the country today that his government is with them.

After four members of a Muslim family were killed in what police described as a targeted hate crime, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau assured Muslims in London, Ontario, and around the country today that his government is with them. Also read | Four Muslim family members killed in suspected hate crime in Canada's Ontario "This hate is insidious and despicable — and it must stop," Trudeau said Monday evening in a social media post. "I'm horrified by the news from London, Ontario. "To the loved ones of those who were terrorized by yesterday's act of hatred, we are here for you. We are also here for the child who remains in hospital — our hearts go out to you, and you will be in our thoughts as you recover." To the Muslim community in London and to Muslims across the country, know that we stand with you. Islamophobia has no place in any of our communities. This hate is insidious and despicable - and it must stop. — Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) June 7, 2021 × "I spoke on the phone this evening with @LdnOntMayor and @NTahir2015 about the hateful and heinous attack that took place in London, Ontario yesterday. I let them know we'll continue to use every tool we have to combat Islamophobia -- and we`ll be here for those who are grieving," Trudeau tweeted. I spoke on the phone this evening with @LdnOntMayor and @NTahir2015 about the hateful and heinous attack that took place in London, Ontario yesterday. I let them know we’ll continue to use every tool we have to combat Islamophobia - and we’ll be here for those who are grieving. — Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) June 8, 2021 × On Sunday, a targeted attack on a Muslim family occurred in London, Ontario. In a hit-and-run case, a 20-year-old male was charged on Monday with four charges of murder and one count of attempted murder; police believe the attack was intended at a Muslim family of five. Nathaniel Veltman, 20, might face terrorism charges, according to Deputy Inspector Paul Waight Veltman. (With inputs from agencies)

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