Volunteers at a Preston mosque have cleaned up racist graffiti ahead of Jummah (Friday) prayers.
The Masjid-e-Salaam posted images of a 'before and after' the shocking act of vandalism outside the building. 'Fuck Off Pakis' had been daubed on two gateposts at the mosque in Watling Street Road.
In response the mosque posted, "Before and After... all cleaned up in readiness for the main Friday prayers.
"Our Mosque is open for all and do not harbour any evil for those who wish otherwise.
"May Allah.swt guide us all."
Before and After... all cleaned up in readiness for the main Friday prayers.
— Masjid-e-Salaam (@Masjidesalaam49) April 19, 2019
Our Mosque is open for all and do not harbour any evil for those who wish otherwise.
May Allah.swt guide us all. pic.twitter.com/htcCg8yMla
Councillor Freddie Bailey posted, "Unfortunately last night someone graffitied the Mosque in the area I represent in Preston.
"I am absolutely disgusted. There is NO excuse for this act of hate."
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