Rainbow flag in Everett vandalized

Published 1:30 am Wednesday, August 9, 2017

EVERETT — Vandals on Tuesday apparently targeted the rainbow flag on display at Trinity Episcopal Church on Hoyt Avenue, church leaders said.

They made a report to Everett police just before 4 p.m. No suspects had been identified as of Wednesday, officer Aaron Snell said.

Church officials say two people lowered the rainbow flag and removed it with a knife. They suspect the thieves sought to disrespect their welcoming message for the LGBTQ community.

They plan to replace the flag as soon as possible.