Owen Sound Police say local residents displaying pride flags have been targeted with offensive, harassing, and intolerant letters.
Police say the letters have been delivered to the homes anonymously though the mail addressed to “Prideman.”
Police say the Criminal Investigations Branch has launched a priority investigation into the sources of these letters and investigators are currently in contact with a number of victims who have brought them forward.
“June represents Pride Month; a month to celebrate, honour, and work towards equitable justice and equity for our 2S-LGBTQQIAP+ Community. Pride is a celebration of freedom and advancements of our human rights. Locally, we have just celebrated our 5th Annual Pride Parade and Celebration. Many members of our community decorate their homes and businesses with the Pride flag, the same flag which proudly flies at both City Hall and the Owen Sound Police Service,” says Owen Sound Police in a release.
Anyone who has received one of these letters is asked to preserve it, preferably unopened, and deliver it to Owen Sound Police for analysis. As an alternative, Grey Bruce Pride can also be contacted and can liaise with the police.
Police say harassment and intolerance have no place in the community, and it stands with Grey Bruce Pride in working to ensure the city remains a safe, vibrant and inclusive place for everyone.
Owen Sound Police can be reached at 519-376-1234.
