Red Deer RCMP respond to a report of hateful anti-Ukrainian vandalism to a parked vehicle

On Sept. 4, 2024,  Red Deer City RCMP received a report of mischief to a vehicle in the area of 47 Street and 45 Avenue in Red Deer City.

Upon arrival, members observed the victim’s vehicle to have been vandalized with various profanities .

An investigation was conducted which included an extensive canvass of the area, however, no leads were generated at this time.

The Alberta RCMP takes any crimes directed against a specific group very seriously, urges the public to report any potential hate incidents, and responds to all such reports.

In addition to holding perpetrators accountable, reporting hate incidents allows us to provide victims with support services, potentially assists with related investigations and helps document repeated behaviours.

Reporting also sends an important message that these acts will not be tolerated in our communities.

If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact the Red Deer RCMP at 403-406-2300. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.

Cpl. Lou Leroux
Alberta RCMP Media Group