Arlington Police Identify "Several" Students Responsible For Hate Graffiti
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ARLINGTON (CBSDFW.COM) - The Arlington Police Department says Thursday night it has identified several Arlington ISD students believed to be responsible for offensive graffiti sprayed on Arlington Martin High School.
Police are working on securing arrest warrants as of 7:30 p.m. Thursday.
Photos showed spray painted profanity, vulgar pictures and the words 'whites only' sprayed over a drinking fountain.
Next to it was what appeared to be the twin horseshoe logo of Martin's arch rival Arlington High School.
Police say the students will be charged with Graffiti - School Property - State Jail Felony.
AISD released a statement Thursday night on the matter:
Through our investigation with the Arlington Police Department, the individuals involved in the graffiti incident have been identified. The AISD does not tolerate vandalism or hate speech. The students involved will receive appropriate disciplinary action.
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