Vancouver Police are investigating graffiti sprayed across the front doors of Al Masjid Al Jamia Mosque in the 800-block of West 8th Avenue.
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Vancouver Police are investigating after graffiti was discovered on a local mosque overnight. Officers were conducting proactive patrols in the 800-block of West 8th Avenue early this morning when a maintenance worker at the Al Masjid Al Jamia Mosque approached them and reported that graffiti had been spray-painted across the front doors. The graffiti read: “UK BLOOD IS ON YOUR HAND.”
Investigators searched the area for evidence, including surveillance video, and are working to identify the person responsible. Sgt. Adam Donaldson said, “This type of incident has a significant impact on the people who gather to worship and connect with their community,” adding, “We want to reassure the Muslim community that these acts won’t be tolerated, and if the evidence supports hate crime charges, we will pursue them.”
Police said there will be additional patrols in the area and asked anyone with information about the incident—or who may have dash-cam or surveillance footage from the area—to contact Vancouver Police.
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