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Edmonton city police are investigating after several election signs were vandalized in central Edmonton.

The targeted signs in support of NDP Leader Rachel Notley and NDP candidate David Shepherd, who is running for re-election in the constituency of Edmonton City-Centre, were found early Wednesday spray-painted in black with swastikas and crude language.

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“As a member of Rachel Notley’s team and the NDP candidate for Edmonton City-Centre, I am proud to represent a positive campaign that is focused on promoting hope, optimism, and inclusion,” said Shepherd in an email when contacted about the defaced signs.

“I will always fight to keep Alberta a province that is united, not divided. As an Edmontonian and Albertan, I denounce any and all forms of racism or discrimination.”

Shepherd on his Facebook page said that he appreciates “everyone who’s reached out to express their support as this has come to light.”