Pittsburg, PA
Antisemitic, anti-black graffiti found at Pittsburgh's Riverfront Park
Antisemitic and anti-black graffiti was discovered at Pittsburgh’s Riverfront Park, the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh said on Monday.
“We strongly condemn this vile act of hate that seeks to divide our community and spread fear. Pittsburgh is a city that values diversity, inclusion, and mutual respect,” Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh CEO Jeff Finkelstein said in a statement. “The hateful messages deface not only Riverfront Park but also the values we hold dear as Pittsburghers.
Together with our partners across the city, we are committed to fostering understanding and combating all forms of bigotry. Hate speech, whether it targets the Black community, the Jewish community or any other group, is an attack on all of us.”
The Federation said that it was working with local officials and law enforcement to address the incident.
A man from Fayette County has been arrested and is facing over 1,000 charges related to alleged animal cruelty and neglect.
Fayette County District Attorney Mike Aubele said that John Saxberg, 57, is facing charges in connection with what he called “a suspected illegal kennel operation” in Washington Township.
According to DA Aubele, Saxberg is accused of subjecting numerous animals to “deplorable conditions” and “circumstances constituting torture,” adding that approximately ten animals suffered serious bodily injuries.
Court records show that Saxberg is facing 1,029 criminal charges in total with offenses including aggravated cruelty to animals, cruelty to animals, neglect of animals, penalties related to dog licensing, and violations of vaccine requirements.
52 of the charges that Saxberg is facing are felonies, according to court records.
Online court paperwork shows that Saxberg was arraigned on Tuesday afternoon and is being held in the Fayette County Prison after bail was posted at $85,000.
A preliminary hearing for Saxberg is scheduled for late next week.
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