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Canadian police arrest Nigerian woman over online threat

NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the police in Canada have arrested a woman in connection with an alleged online threat targeting specific members of the Nigerian community.

The incident, which was reported to Canadian authorities by the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), is currently being investigated as a suspected hate-motivated offence.

According to police reports, the incident began on or about August 25, when the suspect allegedly posted threatening content online.

Law enforcement officials say they received a call on August 28 regarding the threatening incident and swiftly initiated an investigation.

On Sunday, September 1, 2024, police arrested 46-year-old Amaka Sonnberger in connection with the online threats.

Sonnberger has been charged with uttering threats, a serious offense under Canadian law. She is scheduled to appear in a Toronto court on Monday, where she will face the charges against her.

The Toronto Police Service has confirmed that the incident is being treated as a suspected hate-motivated offence.

If convicted, Sonnberger could face significant legal consequences.

 

The police in Canada have arrested a woman in connection with an alleged online threat targeting specific members of the Nigerian community.

 

The incident, which was reported to Canadian authorities by the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), is currently being investigated as a suspected hate-motivated offence.

According to police reports, the incident began on or about August 25, when the suspect allegedly posted threatening content online.

 

Law enforcement officials say they received a call on August 28 regarding the threatening incident and swiftly initiated an investigation.

 

On Sunday, September 1, 2024, police arrested 46-year-old Amaka Sonnberger in connection with the online threats.

 

Sonnberger has been charged with uttering threats, a serious offense under Canadian law. She is scheduled to appear in a Toronto court on Monday, where she will face the charges against her.

The Toronto Police Service has confirmed that the incident is being treated as a suspected hate-motivated offence.

If convicted, Sonnberger could face significant legal consequences.

Ogyem Solomon

Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.

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