Rep. Debbie Dingell’s Dearborn office broken into, vandalized Staff members were not physically at office during incident Michigan Rep. Debbie Dingell.
DEARBORN, Mich. – Michigan Rep. Debbie Dingell
Dingell’s office released a statement saying her staff members were not physically at the office Monday because of a previous fire in the building. Nobody was harmed during the break-in, the statement says.
Dearborn police were called to the scene on West Outer Drive, and United States Capitol Police are helping with the investigation, according to Dingell’s office.
The office will remain closed as the investigation continues, officials said.
“I’m deeply concerned about the break-in and vandalization of my Dearborn office today. Our door and windows were smashed and memorabilia – especially John’s items – was broken. Thankfully, my staff and I are safe and no one was hurt, but we must also recognize the impact attacks like this one and constant threats have had on my staff and all Congressional staff. This needs to stop now.
The motive for today’s incident is unclear, but what I can tell you is that the disrespect, violence, and division need to end in this country. We need to practice civility and kindness, not divisiveness and anger.
My office has been receiving threats for months and we take them very seriously. This vandalization really hits home. Regardless of if your views differ from mine or from your neighbor’s, we need to learn to hear each other out and work together to solve the issues facing our nation. Violence and vandalism aren’t the answer.
I am grateful for the Dearborn Police and United States Capitol Police who keep us safe. We are working with them to identify who is responsible and hold them accountable for their actions. In the meantime, please be safe and please spread a little kindness.”
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