Crime & Safety
Swastikas, Antisemitic Graffiti Found In School Bathroom In Warren
The graffiti was discovered during a police investigation into a bomb threat at the school on Friday.
WARREN, NJ — Antisemitic graffiti was found inside a school bathroom in Warren Township following an investigation into a bomb threat at the same school, said Chief Robert Ferreiro on Tuesday.
The graffiti, specifically drawings of swastikas, was found during an active investigation into a bomb threat at Warren Middle School on Friday.
A bomb threat was found written inside the school bathroom on Friday around 2:30 p.m. prompting police to respond. Read More: Bomb Threat Scrawled On School Bathroom Wall In Warren Township: Police
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It was determined that there was no credible threat to the public.
This graffiti remains under active investigation, in conjunction with the bomb threat, and police are continuing to work closely with school officials.
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"We understand that incidents of this nature are deeply unsettling and impact our community on
multiple levels. The Warren Township Police Department maintains zero tolerance for
antisemitic rhetoric or any act of hate or bigotry. All criminal acts of this nature will be
thoroughly investigated, and we will pursue all investigative avenues to hold those responsible
accountable," said Ferreiro.
The safety of our students, school staff, and the Warren Township community remains our top
priority.
Anyone with information related to this incident is urged to contact the Warren Township Police Department at 908-753-1000 or submit an anonymous tip at warrenpolice.com.
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