Aurora Police Department is actively seeking two individuals involved in a bias-motivated vandalism incident that occurred in Aurora, Colorado. The suspects were captured on home surveillance video tearing down Pride flags from two residences located near the 10000 block of East Seventh Avenue and 700 Galena Street on Saturday.
The incident, which is being investigated as a hate crime, also involved damage to a vehicle and a home. The suspects allegedly keyed and slashed the tires of the vehicle, and threw a rock through one of the home’s windows. The targeted homes were not specifically identified.
Authorities have not provided physical descriptions of the suspects at this time. However, they were last seen in the vicinity of 170 Fulton Street. The Aurora Police Department urges anyone with information regarding the incident to contact them at 303-627-3100.
The act of vandalizing Pride flags, along with the additional property damage, highlights the need for increased awareness and efforts to combat bias-motivated crimes. The Aurora Police Department is committed to thoroughly investigating this incident and bringing the perpetrators to justice.
Residents of Aurora are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities. Acts of hate and vandalism have no place in our community, and it is crucial that we stand together to ensure the safety and well-being of all individuals.
