NEW YORK (1010 WINS) – The NYPD is investigating after “death to Palestine” graffiti was found spray-painted on a Brooklyn mosque on Thursday morning.
Officers responded to a report of criminal mischief at the Tayba Islamic Center on Coney Island Avenue in Homecrest around 6:45 a.m.
Police said someone spray-painted the graffiti on the front of the mosque. No other property damage was reported.
A photo shared on social media shows “death 2 Palestine” spray-painted at the entrance of the mosque.
Police said the NYPD’s Hate Crimes Task Force has been notified.
The NYPD hasn’t yet released footage of a potential suspect.
The vandalism comes as Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of the fasting month of Ramadan. It also comes amid escalating conflict between Israel and Palestinians.
Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS.