Painted swastikas reported in Edmonds, Tulalip

EDMONDS, Wash. — Police say they responded to two separate reports of painted swastikas in Edmonds and Tulalip in the last week.

On Monday, a Tulalip resident spotted a swastika and other Nazi symbols on an Interstate 5 overpass, and notified a county councilwoman, The Daily Herald reported. Last week, an Edmonds resident saw swastikas on trees in Southwest County Park and reported them to a city council member.

A joint statement from Executive Dave Somers and the Snohomish County Council said people must stand united against any people or groups that will use hate symbols, hate speech, or hate crimes to intimidate or harm members of the community.

The statement also commended the community members who reported the incidents.

Edmonds Mayor Nelson said in a statement that continuing acts of hate will not be tolerated. He announced a series of actions, including a town hall event, possible security cameras for local parks, plans for an anti-harassment program with the Edmonds School District, as well as other work with diversity and inclusion groups.

The Nazi symbols have been removed.