A video depicting two men spraying Orthodox Jewish individuals with water guns has sparked an investigation by Greater Manchester Police due to reported antisemitic behavior. The video was shared widely on social media before being deleted. Police confirmed a crime was recorded and are exploring multiple investigative avenues to address the incident. The Community Security Trust criticized the video as antisemitic. One of the men defended their actions as a simple prank, claiming it was mischaracterized as hate speech and asserting respect for all individuals regardless of race.
Greater Manchester Police stated, "A crime has been recorded, with multiple lines of enquiry being actively investigated," highlighting their commitment to addressing the incident.
The Community Security Trust labeled the incident an "appalling antisemitic video", stressing the negative impact of such actions on the Jewish community.
One of the men involved in the incident claimed, "I honestly don't understand the hate we're getting right now," emphasizing their view of the event as a harmless prank.
The men stated, "We do not accept being called hateful or being accused of spreading hate speech," defending their actions as innocent and non-offensive.
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