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Antwerp police request from Jewish community to avoid Purim masks

By JPOST.COM STAFF

MARCH 23, 2016 15:35

Updated: MARCH 23, 2016 15:34

A clear set of rules for Purim celebrations were released on Wednesday in a press release from the office of the High Commissioner of the Antwerp Police in light of the terrorist attacks that took place in Brussels according to reports by local media.

According to the report, due to heightened security concerns, police have requested that the Jewish community avoid wearing masks that cover the face in public on Purim and requested that no toy weapons be carried even by children. Additionally, the police requested that no fireworks be set off and to avoid using any device that may cause a loud banging sound.

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