(WASHINGTON, D.C., 8/7/2023) – The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today condemned vandalism targeting a historic African Methodist church in Salt Lake City.
Police are investigating a possible hate crime vandalism targeting the Trinity African Methodist Episcopal Church. Congregants reported a sign being torn down and police discovered graffiti reading “stay off my block,” “you are not welcome,” “no cheats and liars here,” and “f*** you.” Police said the graffiti incident occurred last week and was not reported immediately.
SEE: Police investigating possible ‘bias crime’ at historic Salt Lake City church
https://www.fox13now.com/news/local-news/salt-lake-city-police-investigating-possible-bias-crime-at-local-african-methodist-church
“Attacking a house of worship is a despicable act that must be condemned by all people of conscience,” said CAIR National Communications Manager Ismail Allison. “We thank law enforcement for launching an investigation into this incident.”
He said CAIR and the American Muslim community stand in solidarity with all those challenging antisemitism, systemic anti-Black racism, xenophobia, Islamophobia, white supremacy, and all other forms of bigotry.
CAIR’s mission is to protect civil rights, enhance understanding of Islam, promote justice, and empower American Muslims.
La misión de CAIR es proteger las libertades civiles, mejorar la comprensión del Islam, promover la justicia, y empoderar a los musulmanes en los Estados Unidos.
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CONTACT: CAIR National Deputy Director Edward Ahmed Mitchell, 404-285-9530, e-Mitchell@cair.com; CAIR Government Affairs Director Robert McCaw, 202-742-6448, rmccaw@cair.com; CAIR National Communications Director Ibrahim Hooper, 202-744-7726, ihooper@cair.com; CAIR National Communications Manager Ismail Allison, 202-770-6280, iallison@cair.com