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Mercer Island schools condemn swastika vandalism at Islander Middle School; police investigating, district increases supervision
Summary
School leaders said swastikas were found in Islander Middle School bathrooms after winter break. The district condemned the act, has increased supervision and curriculum responses, and is coordinating with police on an active investigation.
The Mercer Island School District said swastikas and other hate symbols were discovered in bathrooms at Islander Middle School after winter break, and law enforcement is investigating.
Superintendent (unnamed) told participants that the "abhorrent act of vandalism on January 1st that was discovered on January 2nd remains an active investigation," and that the district is coordinating with the Mercer County Police Department. He said the district had planned to release video and other visual evidence but postponed doing so because of "some new information."
The superintendent said the district condemns the incident.…
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