Police are investigating a report of criminal damage caused to commercial premises in Markethill, which was reported this morning, Tuesday 30th June.

Shortly after 8.30am, it was reported that graffiti had been sprayed on the wall at the side of the building. This is the second time that this building has been targeted, with graffiti being sprayed on Tuesday 23rd June. 

It was further reported at approximately 9.45am of similar graffiti on another property in the Markethill area. 

Both reports are being treated as a racially motivated hate crime, and officers are appealing for anyone who might have seen any suspicious activity in the area, or have any information which could assist with enquiries, to get in touch.

The number to call is 101, quoting reference number 311 of 30/06/26.

You can submit a report online using the witness appeal form at https://reporting.psni.police.uk/appeals

Or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/