TORONTO — Violence against transit workers is unacceptable and needs to be addressed by multiple levels of government, the president of the union representing Toronto transit employees said Tuesday following two attacks on uniformed staff less than 48 hours apart. Alfred, the union president, said while there has been an increase in the number of violent acts targeting transit workers in recent months, he has no information to suggest more young people are involved. Youth and transit violence have captured the public attention after a number of high-profile incidents. '”Ortiz said he learned over his career that avoiding confrontation was the best way to stay safe while driving a transit bus. Toronto Mayor John Tory has said acts of violence and disrespect against transit workers need to end.
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