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Racist graffiti​ in Berwick being investigated as Hate Crime

At 11 a.m. on July 3, Kington RCMP responded to a call of racist graffiti that was written on the road outside a person’s home on Maple Avenue.​ The RCMP went to the home and found that​ a word that is offensive was painted on the road. This was done in the overnight hours between 9 p.m. on July 2​ and 11 a.m. today.

Police inquired with neighbours​ for information about possible suspects, and are now reaching out to the public for assistance. Anyone who has information about this incident is asked to contact Kingston RCMP at 902-765-3317. Should you wish to remain anonymous call Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submit a secure web tip atwww.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or use the P3 Tips App.