Man sought after Windrush exhibit vandalised again
Officers received a report that a display board from the Windrush Untold Stories exhibition had been vandalised at Windrush Square at about 11:30 BST on Wednesday.
The suspect, who was described as aged 30 to 40, was captured on CCTV entering the square at about 09:50 BST. He was carrying a walking aid or crutch and was last seen walking northbound on Brixton Road past Morley's department store.
The force said it did not believe the incident was linked to another incident of vandalism that happened on 3 July.
The exhibition features 20 portraits and first-hand accounts of those who arrived in the UK from the Caribbean between the late 1940s and 1970s.
Officers said they were keeping an open mind as to the motivations for the second incident.
Following the 3 July vandalism, a 24-year-old man was arrested and bailed while enquiries continue. Investigating officers said they did not believe the incident was racially motivated.
Det Ch Sup Emma Bond, who leads policing in the local area, said: "Both offences have understandably caused distress among the local community.
"We are liaising directly with the exhibition organisers to keep them updated on both our investigations.
"There will be an increased police presence in the area over the coming days and the public is encouraged to approach these officers directly with any concerns.
"We would also ask for help in identifying the man caught on CCTV – if you have any information please come forward."
Reports can be made to the police on 101 quoting CAD 5870/16JUL25.
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