Broadbeach Police are calling for assistance from anyone with information regarding a recent spate of racist and offensive graffiti in the Broadbeach Waters area.
On the evenings of April 7 and 8, unknown offenders spray painted fences and light poles in the T E Peters Drive / Rudd Street areas making racist and obscene comments that have offended residents.
Senior Sergeant Paul Hunter, Officer In Charge of Broadbeach Police is encouraging anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
“We treat these types of racist acts seriously. The Broadbeach community is multicultural and these isolated incidents can damage relationships built over long periods,” Senior Sergeant Hunter said.
Investigations are currently underway in an attempt to locate the offenders.
“Police rely heavily on the community to assist in these investigations. If you saw anything suspicious on the evenings of April 7 or 8 in the Broadbeach Waters area, contact Broadbeach Police on 55812800 or anonymously to Crime Stoppers. Any information can help,” Senior Sergeant Hunter said.
The Gold Coast City Council have removed the offending material. Residents who experience or see graffiti are encouraged to report it to the Gold Coast City Council on 55817998 who will arrange for its removal at no cost.
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