Arrest in connection with recent hate-related graffiti

On July 1, Guelph Police arrested a 33-year-old Guelph male in connection to an incident of anti-Semitic graffiti that had occurred at a Jewish place of worship on June 19. The male was charged with Mischief Related to Religious Property.  Under the Criminal Code of Canada, the Mischief Related to Religious Property charge includes – the act (graffiti) and the motive (motivated by hate). The accused is scheduled to appear in court on Aug. 7, 2026. 

The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information is being asked to contact Constable Carson Skipper at 519-824-1212 x7283 or cskipper@guelphpolice.ca