Wednesday, 3 July 2013

UK: 'Distressing' attack on Muslim gravestones in Newport


Councillor Ken Critchley said: "Hopefully, it's an isolated incident but nevertheless it's a very distressing one and it's upsetting for all concerned."

Ahmadiyya Times | News Watch |
Source/Credit: BBC News
By BBC News | July 1. 2013

Racist graffiti including swastikas has been daubed on Muslim gravestones in Newport.

Gwent Police are investigating the vandalism to four stones at Christchurch cemetery.

Councillor Ken Critchley said: "Hopefully, it's an isolated incident but nevertheless it's a very distressing one and it's upsetting for all concerned."

The council is to repair the damage.

Mr Critchley, a Labour councillor, said police had "pursued an extensive inquiry into the matter" which was ongoing and added that this sort of attack was uncommon in the city.
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