Hate crime

A hate crime is a crime committed against someone because of their disability, transgender-identity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

The Maldon District has a zero tolerance policy on hate crime and we actively work with our Safer Maldon partners and local agencies to challenge and tackle hate crime.

Hate crimes can include:

• verbal abuse

• harassment or threatening behaviour, including online

• assault

• robbery

• damage to property

• inciting others to commit hate crimes

• offensive leaflets, posters or graffiti

You should report a hate crime to the police, however, if you are uncomfortable with that, you can also report it to us.