Canada cops probe threat to Sikh worshippers in British Columbia gurdwara

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Updated At : 11:29 AM Jan 30, 2024 IST

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Ottawa, January 29

The Canadian authorities are investigating a threat to Sikh worshipers with two large- bladed weapons at a gurdwara in British Columbia province, according to a media report.

The incident happened at Penticton city during a Monday evening service at the gurdwara.

A 23-year-old man was allegedly threatening visitors while aggressively swinging two large-bladed weapons, the report said, quoting the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP).

An investigation is ongoing, the report said.

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