Max Westwood
Vandals have splashed red paint across the Newport office of Gellibrand MP Tim Watts.
Photos of his office show red paint sprawled across the windows with a large ‘X’ in a circle painted across the MP’s face.
According to police, the Melbourne Road office was vandalised overnight on June 12.
Mr Watts condemned the vandalism.
“Everyone has a right to protest in our democracy. I understand that there are many people in our community who feel deeply about what is happening in the Middle East and the horrific human toll,” he said.
“But there is no place in our community for vandalism and property damage.
“This kind of vandalism produces nothing but a bill for taxpayers for the clean up.
“It is six months since Australia voted with 152 countries for a ceasefire at the United Nations, and we continue to press for that outcome, the protection of civilians, for aid to flow and for the release of hostages.
“This week, we welcomed the UN Security Council resolution in support of a comprehensive ceasefire, a permanent end to hostilities and the start of reconstruction in Gaza.
“We have now provided $72.5 million in assistance to respond to the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza and the protracted refugee crisis in the region since October 2023.”
Police are investigating the vandalism and urged anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
