Stockton Police: "Hate has no place in our city.” Stockton Police investigate multiple attacks on LGBTQ community

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STOCKTON, Calif. — The Stockton Police Department on Saturday said it was investigating multiple hate incidents in the city, targeting the LGBTQ+ community.

The department said the first incident occurred on June 4, when someone threw a brick through the window of a building displaying a transgender Pride flag in the 900 block of North El Dorado Street.

The following day, officials said someone stole a Pride flag that was displayed on a residence in the Yosemite Street Village area. By the time officers arrived, that person had run away.

"We strongly condemn all acts of hate, including those targeting the LGBTQ+ community," Stockton police said in a post on Facebook. "These crimes are unacceptable and will be investigated with the utmost seriousness."

"We are committed to protecting every member of our community, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity," Stockton police said in its statement. "Hate has no place in our city. We will continue to strive for a more inclusive and secure future for all."