Mounties investigate ‘hate-motivated’ incident in Windsor

An RCMP vehicle in a file photo.

By CityNews Halifax Staff

Posted Sep 12, 2023 08:15:07 AM.

Last Updated Sep 12, 2023 03:06:59 PM.

RCMP are investigating what they are describing as “hate-motivated” mischief in Windsor.

In a news release, West Hants District RCMP say officers were called around 11:15 a.m. on Sept. 11 to 10 King St. in Windsor after reports that a memorial was vandalized.

Officers say a racial slur had been written on the memorial.

The investigation is ongoing and investigators believe that the incident was motivated by hate.

Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact West Hants District RCMP at 902-798-2207. If you wish to remain anonymous, please contact Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers, toll free, at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or use the P3 Tips App.

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