Israeli-American Council headquarters vandalized in antisemitic attack
Israeli-American Council HQ vandalized
Police are reviewing security footage that shows a possible suspect.
LOS ANGELES - The national headquarters of the Israeli-American Council (IAC) in Los Angeles was vandalized with swastikas and Nazi symbols over the weekend, according to the organization.
What we know:
The IAC shared pictures on social media showing the graffiti on the sidewalk, building entrance, and barriers by the Shepher Community Center in Woodland Hills. It included "F**k Jews" and "BDS" spray-painted on a wall. Additionally, the letters "SS" - a reference to the Nazi Schutzstaffel - were also painted on the sidewalk, video shows.
What we don't know:
Information on a suspect or suspects was not released.
What they're saying:
"The Shepher Community Center is home to the Israeli-American and Jewish communities in Los Angeles," the IAC said in a statement. "We will remain strong and united against all hatred and antisemitism."
What's next:
The IAC said it is reviewing security footage that shows a possible suspect.
The Source: The information in this report is based on statements and public posts from the Israeli-American Council (IAC). Details regarding the vandalism, including descriptions of the graffiti and an image of a possible suspect, were provided directly by the organization.