Offensive term and symbols sprayed on property in south Lurgan is being treated as a racially-motivated hate crime by the PSNI
“This is being treated as a racially-motivated hate crime,” says the PSNI after offensive terms and symbols were daubed on a shed in Lurgan.
The ‘graffiti’ has been plastered over at least one man’s shed and in various parts of the south Lurgan area on Tuesday.
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DUP Cllr Peter Haire said he knows the man who has lived in the area for 10 years and is ‘saddened’ at this ‘unacceptable behaviour’.
A PSNI spokesperson said: “Police received a report of graffiti in the Burren Close area of Lurgan on Tuesday, 18th November.
"An offensive term and symbol was daubed on a shed door. This is being treated as a racially-motivated hate crime.”
Sergeant Barnes said: “There is no place in our society for this behaviour and we will continue to engage with local representatives and partner agencies around community safety.
“Our enquiries are ongoing and we would appeal to anyone who may have witnessed suspicious behaviour in the area, or who may have relevant dashcam, CCTV or other footage, to contact us.
“The number to call is 101, quoting reference number 754 18/11/25.”
DUP Cllr Peter Haire said: “I am very saddened to see offensive graffiti appearing on a property in the South Lurgan area.
"I know the individual concerned and called with them to check that they were okay, as they have lived in the area for over ten years,” said the Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Council representative.
"This type of behaviour is completely unacceptable and has no place in our community or in society.
"I have contacted the PSNI and the relevant agencies to ensure the graffiti is removed as soon as possible.”