Police Officer Hospitalized After Shooting at Belleville Synagogue on Yom Kippur
Gunfire erupted during evening services at the Sons of Jacob Synagogue in Belleville, Ontario, leaving an officer with significant injuries.

KEY POINTS
- Shooting took place at Sons of Jacob Synagogue in Belleville, Ont.
- Incident occurred during Yom Kippur evening services on Sept. 20, 2026
- One police officer hospitalized with significant injuries
- Bullet holes observed in synagogue window
- No suspect or motive publicly identified; investigation ongoing
A shooting occurred Sunday evening at the Sons of Jacob Synagogue in Belleville, Ontario, while congregants were attending Yom Kippur services. Police confirmed an officer was hospitalized with significant injuries following the attack.
Witnesses described hearing gunfire interrupt the holy day service at the synagogue. Bullet holes were visible in a window of the building following the incident.
Authorities have not released details regarding a suspect or motive. The investigation into the shooting remains active as of Monday afternoon.
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