RACIST GRAFFITI FOUND IN HUNTINGTON STATION BRINGS OUTRAGE FROM OFFICIALS

In response to racist graffiti that was discovered the morning of August 14, 2017 on a fence in Huntington Station on the corner of Depot Road, near Bogart Street, New York State Assemblyman Chad Lupinacci has asked that local law enforcement increase patrols in the area and has offered the following statement:

“After receiving multiple phone calls from upset and frightened constituents this morning, our office has been in contact with local law enforcement to step up patrols in the area for the safety and security of residents who are on edge. As someone who was born and raised in Huntington Station, I want to reassure the community that such acts of hatred will not be tolerated here, as they are not tolerated anywhere in New York. Hate speech directed towards any group of people needs to be publicly denounced now more than ever. Our support of free speech does not translate into tolerance for hate speech, and hate speech of any kind in our community is unacceptable.”

Tracey Edwards Town Councilwomen Stated “There is no place in our Town for such Hate it will not be tolerated.”  Councilwomen Edwards also asked for police to step up.

Councilman Gene Cook also stated “There is no place for this type of hate in our community period”.

We are asking that anyone with information related to the incident to please contact Suffolk County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-220-TIPS to anonymously submit tips.