Community Outrage as Posters for Missing Toronto Teen Esther Ripped Down
Jewish family's horror as posters of their missing daughter, 14, are ripped down by cruel residents in Toronto

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The search for 14-year-old Esther 'Esti' in Toronto has intensified as posters pleading for her return are vandalized. Her family fears antisemitism may be involved, with police mobilizing specialized units in the ongoing investigation. A $25,000 reward is offered for information leading to her safe return.
- 01Esther was last seen on May 16 near Bathurst Street and Hotspur Road in North York, Toronto.
- 02Toronto police have launched a Level 1 search, deploying specialized units including canine and marine teams.
- 03The girl's family has expressed concern that the tearing down of posters may be linked to antisemitism.
- 04A $25,000 reward has been announced for information leading to Esther's safe return.
- 05Community volunteers have been actively searching for Esther, distributing flyers and canvassing neighborhoods.
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The search for 14-year-old Esther 'Esti', who has been missing in Toronto for over a week, has taken a troubling turn as posters requesting help have been vandalized across the city. Her family fears that this act may be rooted in antisemitism, adding to their distress during this difficult time. Esther was last seen shortly after midnight on May 16 near Bathurst Street and Hotspur Road, and police have escalated the search to a Level 1 status, deploying specialized units including canine teams. The family has offered a $25,000 reward for any information leading to her safe return. Community members have rallied to support the search efforts, despite the vandalism undermining their work. The incidents have sparked outrage and concern within Toronto's Jewish community, with parallels drawn to the tearing down of posters related to Israeli hostages globally. Esther's mother described her daughter as intelligent and trusting, raising fears about her vulnerability. Police continue to investigate, emphasizing the importance of finding Esther while acknowledging the community's distress over the vandalism.
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The community's efforts to find Esther are being undermined by the vandalism of posters, which could hinder awareness and search efforts.
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