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26/06/2013
Racist Attack On Redditch Mosque
West Mercia Police are investigating a break-in at a mosque in Redditch this morning (26 June), during which, racist graffiti was painted on the building.
The damage at the mosque on Jinnah Road was caused some time between 2am and shortly before 4.30am when it was discovered by a targeted police patrol.
Graffiti including swastikas had been sprayed onto walls and at least half a dozen windows.
It is thought the paint used was taken from builders' cabins on the site which is still under construction. Entry to the site was forced via a gate, before the intruders then broke into the main building. It is not known at this stage whether anything has been stolen.
Police have informed mosque representatives and are currently guarding the site and carrying out local reassurance patrols.
Forensic examinations are ongoing.
North Worcestershire police commander, Superintendent Kevin Purcell said: "For as long as I can remember the relationship between the Muslim community in Redditch, the Police and the wider community would best be described as excellent.
"Due to incidents happening nationally targeted patrols have been put in place and these will now be further increased as we will not tolerate mindless attacks of this nature.
"I will be arranging meetings with the chairs of the mosques, local civic leaders and the Independent Advisory Group to reassure them of our commitment and determination to do everything possible to prevent any further such incidents and track down those responsible for this attack."
West Mercia Police have asked witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.
(JP/CD)
The damage at the mosque on Jinnah Road was caused some time between 2am and shortly before 4.30am when it was discovered by a targeted police patrol.
Graffiti including swastikas had been sprayed onto walls and at least half a dozen windows.
It is thought the paint used was taken from builders' cabins on the site which is still under construction. Entry to the site was forced via a gate, before the intruders then broke into the main building. It is not known at this stage whether anything has been stolen.
Police have informed mosque representatives and are currently guarding the site and carrying out local reassurance patrols.
Forensic examinations are ongoing.
North Worcestershire police commander, Superintendent Kevin Purcell said: "For as long as I can remember the relationship between the Muslim community in Redditch, the Police and the wider community would best be described as excellent.
"Due to incidents happening nationally targeted patrols have been put in place and these will now be further increased as we will not tolerate mindless attacks of this nature.
"I will be arranging meetings with the chairs of the mosques, local civic leaders and the Independent Advisory Group to reassure them of our commitment and determination to do everything possible to prevent any further such incidents and track down those responsible for this attack."
West Mercia Police have asked witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.
(JP/CD)
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