Antisemitic Graffiti Found Throughout Santa Monica: Police

SANTA MONICA, CA — Police are investigating a recent rise in reports of antisemitic graffiti found throughout the city, according to the Santa Monica Police Department.

The graffiti was discovered in locations including near Pico and Cloverfield boulevards marking sidewalks, trees and light posts, according to a release.

"Let me be clear: there is no place for hate in Santa Monica," police Chief Ramon Batista said. "We are appalled by these cowardly acts of anti-Semitism. Our department is fully committed to upholding the safety and dignity of all members of our community."

The graffiti cleanup is expected to be completed Monday, officials said.

"Anytime an officer encounters graffiti (especially offensive graffiti of this nature) we request expedited removal by the city's team," Myesha Morrison, the Santa Monica Police Department's public information coordinator, said Sunday. "There were additional reports of graffiti that we believe were missed during the first clean-up effort."

Residents are asked to report newly discovered graffiti by calling the police non-emergency number at 310-458-8491 or through the Santa Monica 3-1-1 app.

City News Service contributed to this report.