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Burned Rainbow Flag Found At LGBT Center
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Jen Carlson
Published Apr 15, 2010
Modified Apr 15, 2010
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Yesterday staff at the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center in Manhattan were greeted by a burned rainbow flag hanging outside as they arrived at work. The NYC Anti-Violence Project (AVP) tells us the NYPD were contacted immediately and their Hate Crimes unit is now handling the investigation, with help from the AVP.
The LGBT's Glennda Testone said in a statement: "We at the Center will not stand for anyone who thinks they can come into our community and try to intimidate us. We work hard to create a safe environment and provide a safe space for all LGBT New Yorkers. Hate and intolerance against us will not be accepted in New York, and it is so important the Center is a safe space in our city. It is sad that such incidents still happen in this day and age." Manhattan Borough President Scott M. Stringer also addressed the hate crime, which he called "a cowardly attempt at intimidation," saying such acts would not be tolerated.
The flag burner was caught on their surveillance video, but they are also asking for additional tips, which can be directed to the police at 1-800-577-TIPS.
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