The Montgomery Township Police Department continues to seek public assistance in identifying the suspect(s) responsible for a series incidents that occurred during the overnight hours between Oct. 30 and Oct. 31—commonly referred to as “Mischief Night.”
In four of the incidents, red spray paint was used to paint obscene phrases and images on houses and fences, but the fifth incident included the painting of multiple swastikas on a Jewish family’s vehicle, leading police to investigating the incident as a hate crime.
“We are still actively investigating this incident as a hate crime,” said Scott Bendig, Montgomery Township Police Chief. “Unfortunately, there have not been any arrests. We continue to seek the public’s help in providing information as to the individual(s) responsible for this crime.”
The incidents occurred only days after a gunman walked into a Pittsburgh synagogue and opened fire, killing 11 worshippers in the deadliest attack against Jews in the United States.
"It’s a disturbing incident which we are taking very seriously,” said Bendig, following the initial incident. "Especially in light of what happened over the weekend in Pittsburgh.”
Police are urging anyone with information regarding the incidents to contact the Montgomery Township Police Department at 215-362-2301.
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