Swastikas found near Holocaust Memorial, investigated as hate crime

Police are investigating anti-Semitic graffiti, including swastikas found near a Long Island Holocaust memorial, as a hate crime and will increase patrols in the area.

News 12 Staff

Aug 23, 2023, 12:32 AM

Updated 474 days ago

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Anti-Semitic graffiti was discovered in the Welwyn Preserve next to Nassau’s Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center, police said Tuesday.
Two swastikas spray-painted on trees were found near MS-13 graffiti, according to authorities. The incident is being investigated as a hate crime.
“There are cameras in the area. We’re here. And if we do see you doing this, we will arrest you,” said Detective Lt. John Nagle, of the Glen Cove Police.
Police said they will review surveillance camera footage. More officers will also patrol the preserve.