POLICE are investigating a hate-related incident in Ringwood after graffiti was daubed on the town skate park.

The vandalism took place at the Carvers Recreation Ground some time between 4.30pm on Thursday (March 28) and 8am on Tuesday, April 2.

The graffiti has since been removed by council workers.

“Were you in the area of Carvers Recreation Ground at any point over the Easter weekend? Did you see anything suspicious, or did you witness the incident itself?” a police spokesperson said.

“If you have any information which may assist in our investigation, or have any footage, including mobile phone, doorbell camera, CCTV or dash cam, please call 101 and quote incident number 44240138905.”

Anyone with information can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.