KKK-Style Figure Shown on Videos Wandering Through Town
A person dressed in a Ku Klux Klan-style robe and hood was seen walking through West Warwick, Rhode Island, in late-night videos shared by a local business and resident, prompting concern in the community. The West Warwick Police Department acknowledged the incident, stating it appeared isolated and did not pose a known threat to public safety. While the videos have sparked local and national conversation about hate and extremism, authorities continue to investigate and ask for public assistance.
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By Marni Rose McFallNews ReporterShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.A person wearing a Ku Klux Klan-style hood and white robe has been seen walking through the streets of West Warwick, Rhode Island, in the dead of night in videos shared by a local business and resident.The West Warwick Police Department has acknowledged the footage, saying the incident appeared to be isolated and there was no known threat to public safety. Nevertheless, the videos have sparked concern in the community, with a local business responding with a sign that says, "Hate has no home here."On the national level, widespread concerns around violence, extremism and hate crimes continue.
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