Police are investigating the racist graffiti scrawled over a Chinese takeaway as a hate crime.
As YorkMix reported on Friday, Dragon House on Foxwood Lane was covered with red paint. The word ‘Chinese’ was painted over, and ‘Go Home’ daubed on one wall.
The owner of the restaurant, who has lived in York for ten years, said the attack was ‘heartbreaking’.
Police believe that the incident occurred on Friday (29 August) between 1.05am and 1.15am as CCTV shows three people graffitiing the front of the takeaway.
A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “Our officers are actively developing intelligence and lines of enquiry to identify the suspects and ensure they face appropriate consequences for the crimes that have been committed.
“Any incidents of hate crime will be dealt with robustly, and victims of hate crime are referred to Supporting Victims, our commissioned partner who ensure the appropriate level of support is in place.”
Witnesses or anyone with information about this incident are asked to contact police.
How to help the police
- Call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for Force Control Room
- Contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via the website
- Quote reference number 12250163150
