RACIST graffiti has been sprayed on a block of flats in Deeside
The writing was scrawled over the newly opened flats at the site of the former Hare & Hounds pub in Connah's Quay.
Bernie Attridge, a county councillor for the area, said: "I hope those responsible for the graffiti are caught as it is totally unacceptable."
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North Wales Police has confirmed it investigating the incident and has appealed for witnesses.
A spokesperson said: "We are investigating a report of criminal damage at a premises in Connah’s Quay.
"Shortly after 9am this morning (Wednesday, March 6), we were made aware that racial comments had been spraypainted onto a building on High Street."
Inspector Wesley Williams added: “Hate related incidents of this nature are totally unacceptable and will not be tolerated in Flintshire North.
“Our investigations into the actions of those involved are ongoing and I am appealing to anyone with information that will assist with our enquiries to contact us on 101, or via the website, using reference number Q031932.”
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