Crimestoppers is offering a reward of up to £5,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for the recent vandalism of Muslim grave plaques at Carpenders Park Lawn Cemetery in Watford. This deeply troubling incident occurred between 1pm on Friday, 11 April, and 5pm on Saturday, 12 April, and has affected numerous plaques commemorating the graves of babies and young children.
This shocking act of vandalism has sparked outrage and condemnation from the local community, prompting individuals from various backgrounds to unite against this hate crime.
***We are supporting the investigation by offering a reward of up to £5,000 for information we exclusively receive – via our website or by calling 0800 555 111 – that leads to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for this vandalism.
This reward is available for three months and is due to expire on 25 July 2025.
Annabelle Goodenough, Crimestoppers South East Regional Manager said: “We stand in solidarity with the Muslim community in seeking justice for the families affected by this devastating incident.
“Crimestoppers provides a pathway for individuals to share information anonymously, allowing them to speak up without fear of repercussions. It is vital that we work together to ensure that the sanctity of our loved ones’ resting places is maintained.”
Chief Superintendent Jon Simpson, head of Hertfordshire’s Local Policing Command, said: “We are continuing to investigate every line of enquiry into this terrible crime, which we continue to treat as an Islamophobic act.
“We would like to reassure those affected, and the wider Muslim community, that we are continuing to treat this crime extremely seriously.
“If you have any information that could assist with the investigation, please report this.”
Crimestoppers urges anyone with information or any details that could assist the investigation to come forward. Information can be passed on anonymously through Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or by visiting www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
