Scene of fire and murder in Derry’s Harvey Street last weekend after body of woman found
The 65-year-old, who was from Spain, was found murdered and raped at a flat in Derry’s Harvey Street following a deliberate fire.
Said Davy McAuley: “The brutal killing of a woman in Derry was truly shocking and we extend our heartfelt condolences to the victim’s family and friends.
“It is deeply concerning that within hours of the brutal murder of a woman rampant misinformation was being spread online regarding this incident.
“Individuals and groups attempting to exploit this tragedy to further their own racist agendas, spreading lies and inciting hatred.
“This behaviour is not only disrespectful to the victim and their loved ones but also dangerous to our community.
“We have seen similar tactics after the tragic killings in Southport.
“False information was disseminated to stir up racial tensions and bring more racist violence onto our streets.
“Some people may innocently share this misinformation but there is no doubt that those creating it and disseminating it are trying to cause society to fracture.
“Racism and hate have no place in our society.
“Derry people are better than obnoxious lies and damaging trope filled horror stories to exploit a brutal murder,” he added.
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