Met Police Are Investigating Vandalisation Of Hamas Hostage Posters As A 'Hate Crime'

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Met Police Are Investigating Vandalisation Of Hamas Hostage Posters As A 'Hate Crime'
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A damaged poster on a lamppost shows an image of Israeli citizens who have allegedly been kidnapped by the militant group Hamas, during a pro-Palestinian demonstration in London, Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023.Photos of the remaining captives have also been put on posters all over London.One poster which reads that the individual pictured had been “kidnapped from his home by Hamas” – only for vandals to cross out the name of the militant group and replace it with the words “real men”.

That particular footage – where the people in question did not deface the posters, but aimed to pull them off walls – was seen by the Met. The force said: “Officers will continue to be in the area carrying out reassurance patrols. At this time, no offences have been identified.”Hate crime comes in many different forms & we cannot be bystanders. We must take action.

We're visiting synagogues & other places of worship, as well as supporting local schools with visits & extra patrols.The hostages, held all over Gaza, are still a pressing concern in the war, especially as they include the elderly, some children and some peace activists.to the media. She said the day of her abduction was “hell” but suggested she had been well looked after while being held captive.

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