NASCAR HoF Vandalized
The NASCAR Hall of Fame located in Charlotte, North Carolina was vandalized over the weekend, local news station WRBC 6 reports. Police are investigating who spray-painted “All Lives Matter” and “ALM” on the side of the building.
Racial tensions have been at an all-time high for NASCAR following the banning of the confederate flag and the noose investigation.
The Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority issued the following statement on the incident:
The NASCAR Hall of Fame is an iconic Charlotte landmark that welcomes visitors from around the world and we are incredibly sad and disappointed that it was the target of vandalism this morning. We support peaceful protests and freedom of speech and encourage more productive ways for individuals to have their voices heard. We are working closely with law enforcement to address the situation and want to express gratitude to our team members who quickly responded in cleaning the affected areas.