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Cranbrook RCMP investigate after memorial vandalized Thursday

Monument vandalized

The City of Cranbrook has released a statement after a memorial to war veterans was vandalized on Thursday.

The wall of honour in Cranbrook, B.C. was covered by a spray-painted message which read, "the real heroes are the vaccinated," before the city's Remembrance Day ceremony.

"As a community, we are beyond disappointed by the disrespectful actions of those responsible for defacing such an important monument on such an important day for all Canadians," the statement on the city's Facebook page said.

"This act does not speak to the character and values of our citizens and our community.
We are grateful to the member of the community that alerted us of the vandalism early this morning. We are extremely proud of our staff, RCMP and Fire Services members who were able to quickly remove the graffiti and allow for the Remembrance Day ceremonies to go on, and remain focused on honouring all our veterans, past and present for their selfless sacrifice."

"If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact the Cranbrook RCMP at 250-489-3471."
A Remembrance Day ceremony took place as scheduled later Thursday morning.



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