Police Investigate Sectarian Attack on Walker's Plinth in Derry

Police in Derry are investigating a sectarian hate crime after paint bombs were thrown at Walker's Plinth on the city's historic walls, with the incident reported between 6:20pm and 6:40pm on April 29. Multiple individuals are believed to have been involved, and authorities are appealing for witnesses or anyone with relevant footage to come forward. The attack is part of a recent series of sectarian incidents in the city, including assaults and property damage, prompting local leaders and religious figures to call for calm and an end to sectarian violence. Walker's Plinth, previously the site of a statue of Governor George Walker destroyed in 1973, has been targeted in similar incidents before. Police have increased resources in response to the ongoing campaign of sectarian crime and emphasized the need for collective condemnation to prevent further escalation. Investigations are ongoing as the community seeks to address these persistent tensions.