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Two Youths Charged in Disturbing Hate Crimes

11/7/2025

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A 12-year-old boy was arrested in south Belfast for racially motivated hate crimes, including criminal damage and theft against a local business.
In Ancaster, a 16-year-old male was charged with a hate-motivated assault on a 20-year-old woman attacked while walking and subjected to racist slurs.
The Hamilton Anti-Racism Resource Centre condemned the Ancaster attack and offered support.
Authorities continue to search for a second suspect in the Ancaster case.

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A 12-year-old boy was arrested in south Belfast for racially motivated hate crimes, including criminal damage and theft against a local business.
In Ancaster, a 16-year-old male was charged with a hate-motivated assault on a 20-year-old woman attacked while walking and subjected to racist slurs.
The Hamilton Anti-Racism Resource Centre condemned the Ancaster attack and offered support.
Authorities continue to search for a second suspect in the Ancaster case.