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Vandalism prompts early closure of Met Field washrooms

The washrooms at Met Field in Lower Sackville have closed earlier than expected due to damage from vandalism. (Submitted photo)

LOWER SACKVILLE: Public washrooms at Met Field on Metropolitan Avenue in Lower Sackville have been closed a week earlier than scheduled following an incident of vandalism involving racist graffiti.

Coun. Billy Gillis shared the update on his Facebook page Wednesday, advising residents that the washrooms would close effective immediately to allow crews to repair the damage.

The facility, which is relatively new, provides public washrooms for residents and visitors to the community.

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In his post, Gillis condemned the vandalism, calling it unacceptable and expressing frustration over the damage to a public facility intended for community use.

The early closure will remain in effect while crews work to remedy the damage.

The incident is under investigation.

No further details about the incident or those responsible have been released.