Overview
- Natick Police launched an investigation after a parent reported racist slurs and a swastika on the back of Lilja Elementary School.
- Officers said the graffiti was removed quickly, and they have not identified any suspects.
- The vandalism was found in a spot that is usually out of public view but close to a playground, which raised concerns about what children could encounter.
- In a joint statement, the town, police, and schools denounced the hate, pledged to find those responsible, and highlighted ongoing education and community dialogue.
- Parents expressed distress; one Jewish family said they will talk with their children about the incident and thanked the school for responding fast.