Denver police are currently investigating a swastika symbol that has been on display on Denver’s historic Austin Boulding along East Colfax Avenue for about a week. The Anti-Defamation League is encouraging the community to stand up against this hateful symbol.
The swastika can be seen above a window near the top of the building, which is located approximately 10 blocks east of the state capitol and across from a city recreation center.
Sgt. Jay Casillas mentioned that the Denver Police Department was made aware of the swastika on January 23. The Bias-Motivated Crimes Unit is now actively investigating the incident.
A young woman protested on Sunday afternoon, standing in front of the building, at 1472 Josephine St., holding a sign that read: “Fascists not welcome here.”
The ADL has received nearly a dozen complaints. ADL officials notified Denver Police and the City Council, ADL Mountain States senior associate regional director Jeremy Shaver said.
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