Leduc RCMP seeking public assistance after Pride crosswalk vandalized

Police in Leduc are investigating after a Pride crosswalk in the community was vandalized Tuesday.

In a news release, RCMP said they were notified by the city of Leduc of tac oil covering the southbound lane of a Pride crosswalk located at 50 Street and 47 Avenue. Police said the act appears to have been done intentionally. 

“This deliberate act of mischief to the crosswalk that was painted to recognize and support the 2SLGBTQ+ community is being treated as a hate-motivated crime”, said Insp. Jeff McBeth, in the release.

“Leduc RCMP take incidents motivated by hate in our community seriously and condemns those who choose to commit criminal acts against anyone, including identifiable groups.”

Police are asking those with information in relation to this crime, to call the Leduc RCMP at 780-980-7200. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com.

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