Graffiti has been sprayed close to train tracks in Co Antrim
Racist graffiti close to railway tracks on the Anticur Road, Dunloy
A swastika was scrawled on the wall also at the Toome Road, Ballymena
Racist graffiti daubed on walls close to train tracks in Co Antrim is “completely unacceptable”, an MLA has said.
Alliance MLA Sian Mulholland has hit out after photos emerged online of the graffiti at separate locations in Dunloy and Ballymena.
On the Toome Road, Ballymena, a swastika was painted on the wall of the railway bridge alongside a racist slur. A further slur was also painted onto an electricity junction box at the location.
The same slurs were also daubed on both walls of a similar railway bridge on the Anticur Road, Dunloy.
A swastika was scrawled on the wall also at the Toome Road, Ballymena
Ms Mulholland said the incidents had been reported to the PSNI.
“I unequivocally condemn this graffiti as racist, hateful, and completely unacceptable,” she said.
“There is no place in North Antrim – or anywhere in Northern Ireland – for racism, antisemitism, or hatred of any kind.
“I stand in solidarity with those affected, particularly minority and ethnic communities who may feel unsafe or unwelcome.
Racist graffiti close to railway tracks on the Anticur Road, Dunloy
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“I have reported this incident to the PSNI and to the landowner to have it removed urgently. I urge anyone with information to come forward and help prevent further incidents.
“Together, we must work towards a Northern Ireland where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued.”
The PSNI has been approached for comment.