Home Office alerted in Torbay anti-Semitic graffiti probe

Anti-Semitic graffiti daubed on walls in Torbay is being investigated by top-level Home Office officials.
Police have appealed for help to find the culprit behind several incidents. In one a Nazi swastika symbol has been painted in the centre of a Jewish Star of David.
The graffiti is believed to refer to the conflict in Gaza and police believe it’s the work of one person. The matter is now in the hands of a group of senior officers working on local responses to the situation in the Middle East.
Speaking at Torbay Council’s overview and scrutiny committee, Supt Hayley Costar said: “We have brought together a serious investigation with very active lines of inquiry to identify a suspect.”
She continued: “The importance of this in our community at the moment is not lost on us.  It is an active crime investigation. It is pro-active, and is being monitored at the most senior level.”
The home office has been informed, and the local CCTV network is being monitored.
“There is an incredible amount of work going on to bring this to an end,” said Supt Costar.
Torquay police have appealed on social media for information. 
They said: “Please report any further instances. Neighbourhood  team are investigating and we appeal for any information to help identify the individual.”
The committee also discussed measures being taken across the bay to combat the threat of terrorism. They heard the ‘primary concern’ in the south west is young white males with an interest in right wing ideology and who can be vulnerable because of their mental health, domestic violence in their families or social isolation.
A report to the committee said: “There is a significant risk with isolated individuals that their beliefs are further developed by extensive use of the online space.”
The Torquay graffiti is being removed by council environmental health teams.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Torquay Police quoting file number 50230286563.