Police are investigating a bias incident after a swastika was found carved into a sidewalk on Brent Avenue in Wantagh, just days after the same symbol was found spray painted on an Oceanside sidewalk. The symbol, unambiguously associated with anti-Semitism, was discovered by a 52-year-old homeowner on Brent Avenue and reported to law enforcement.
Town of Hempstead Supervisor Laura Gillen, in a statement, assured that the First Precinct will increase patrols in the Wantagh area following the incident. She further encouraged anyone with information to call Crime Stoppers at 800-244-8477, noting that, “our office works with local community members and law enforcement to help bring the perpetrators to justice.”
