Auckland police investigate white paint vandalism of a rainbow crossing as a hate crime.
Following a similar incident in Gisborne, Auckland police are treating the vandalism of a rainbow pedestrian crossing on Karangahape Rd as a "hate crime." White paint was poured over the crossing overnight. Police released images of a vehicle and a suspect believed to be linked to the incident and executed a search warrant at an address in East Auckland's Flat Bush. Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown called the act "disgraceful."
March 27, 2024
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