Victoria Imam says he forgives man who attacked, spat on him (opens original article in a new tab)

A Victoria Imam was attacked by a stranger who spat on him and tried to pull him from his car, leading to the suspect's arrest. The Muslim community condemned the attack, citing rising Islamophobia, and the Imam expressed forgiveness.

• Victoria Imam Ebrahim Ali was attacked and spat on by a stranger while in his car after prayers.
• Ali reported the incident to police, leading to the suspect's arrest and remand in custody.
• The Muslim community and Canadian Islamic organizations condemned the attack and called for increased security and action against Islamophobia.