Crime & Safety

Swastikas Painted on Jewish Fraternity at UC Davis

The police department is investigating the hate crime reported today.

From the Davis Police Department:

Today at approximately 10:18 a.m., the Davis Police responded to the Alpha Epsilon Pi Fraternity in regards to a vandalism report. The AEPI is an off-campus Jewish Fraternity affiliated with UC Davis.

Members of the fraternity found two swastikas painted near the back door and side door to the fraternity house.

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The swastikas were 1”x1” and 3’x3’ respectively, and were placed on the building using red paint.

Residents believe the crime occurred between 2 a.m. and 9:50 a.m.

Anyone with information regarding this crime is encouraged to call Davis Police Department, (530) 747-5400. Reference case 15-0511

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