The Muslim community and the Turkish community have been targeted in the Doubs. The mosques of Pontarlier and Montlebon as well as the walls of the Association of Turks of Pontarlier. have been tagged. Lorraine crosses, a symbol of the Resistance during the Second World War, were particularly sprayed with red paint on the exterior walls of the Pontarlier mosque. An investigation is open.
“It is intolerable, unspeakable, we touch on living together, on freedom of expression, of thought, of religion, reacts the mayor of Pontarlier Patrick Genre. Tanything that can alter that is quite abject. In addition by using the cross of Lorraine which is a strong symbol in the history of France, which symbolizes resistance. “ Patrick Genre brings his support to the Muslims and Turks of Pontarlier.
The Coordinating Committee of Turkish Muslims in France also reacts, condemning “with the greatest vigor these acts“, and calling for”remain united in the nation to avoid these heinous acts“.