Canada-based Nigerian, Amaka Sunnberger, 46 years old, has been arrested by the Toronto police service for threatening to kill Yoruba’s and Edo’s residing in Canada in a viral audio tape.
In a statement released today September 2, the Toronto police said it arrested Amaka on September 1 after receiving reports that she posted online content on August 25, 2024 threatening death to specific members of the Nigerian community.
In addition, the police statement noted that she has been charged with Uttering Threats.
She is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice, 2201 Finch Avenue West on Monday, September 2nd, 2024, at 10:00am in courtroom 107.
“This investigation is being treated as a suspected hate-motivated offence.
However, the Toronto police asked anyone with information to present it.
”Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-3500, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.
“When suspected hate-motivated offences are reported to police, the investigation could be led by a Divisional investigator with the support of the Hate Crime Unit (HCU), or in some cases, will be investigated exclusively by the HCU.
”If it is alleged a criminal offence was committed (such as assault or mischief) and it is believed to have been motivated by bias, prejudice or hate, the officer-in-charge may consult with the Crown.
”If a person is charged and convicted of the offence, the Judge will take into consideration hate as an aggravating factor when imposing a sentence.
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“Wilful promotion of hatred and advocating genocide are hate propaganda (hate speech) offences which require the Attorney General’s consent to lay charges.
These charges are often laid at a later time.” the statement read.
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