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October 30, 2023




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*AG Nessel Issues Statement Following Spike in Hate Crimes*





*LANSING* ? Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the statement?following a reported increase in hate crimes by both the Anti-Defamation League [ [link removed] ] and the Council on American-Islamic Relations [ [link removed] ].?

?As Attorney General, I created a dedicated unit to investigate and prosecute bias-motived crimes. My Hate Crimes and Domestic Terrorism Unit works with federal, state and local law enforcement partners to ensure crimes of this nature are thoroughly investigated and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. No one should fear for their safety because of who they are, where they worship --- or any other unique attribute that contributes to the diversity of our state.

?I encourage any?member of the public and other law enforcement agencies to contact the Hate Crimes Unit if they have knowledge of, or are a victim of, a crime motivated by hate.??

If you are a victim of a hate crime or have credible information about a hate crime, please contact your local police department first and then the Hate Crimes and Domestic Terrorism Unit [ [link removed] ] at the Department of Attorney General via email <[email protected].> or at
313-456-0180.?The Department of Attorney General will follow up on every credible tip, will launch independent investigations when sufficient cause exists, and will offer departmental resources to assist our?law enforcement partners.?

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