Police investigating ‘hate-motivated’ crime at Oakville church

Published June 23, 2020 at 3:29 pm

Halton Regional Police said they’re investigating a “hate-motivated” crime in Oakville.

Halton Regional Police said they’re investigating a “hate-motivated” crime in Oakville.

While police did not provide details on what was spray painted, they said St. Volodymyr Ukrainian Orthodox Church was the victim of graffiti vandalism.

“We are appealing to the public to come forward with any information that would assist us in determining the person(s) responsible,” said Halton Police.

They added they will not be releasing images of the graffiti and “further spreading the suspect’s message by confirming what text was painted on the monument”.

Police believe the incident occurred sometime between Friday and Sunday (June 21).

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