From the Natick Police Department, which is investigating hate incidents involving racist and antisemitic graffiti discovered in town over the weekend.
The Natick Police Department is aware of two reported hate related incidents that recently occurred in town.
The department’s Civil Rights Officer, in partnership with our regional law enforcement partners, is actively investigating these incidents. We are committed to conducting a thorough investigation and following every available lead.
Acts motivated by bias or hate have no place in our community. We understand that incidents like these can cause concern and fear, and we want residents to know that we take these reports seriously.
If you have any information that may assist with these investigations, or if you witnessed suspicious activity that may be related, please contact the Natick Police Department at 508-647-9510 ext. 3156. Even seemingly minor details may be helpful.
We appreciate the community’s patience and cooperation as these investigations continue. Additional information will be shared if and when it becomes available and if it’s appropriate to be released without compromising the investigations.
Incidents were reported over the weekend at a South Natick property and at the Cole Center, which is located near Temple Israel. The police said it’s unknown whether the incidents are connected, according to a MetroWest Daily News report (subscription may be required to read).
