The KKK-sympathizer was spotted roaming the aisles of a Vons supermarket in Santee on May 2, a day after San Diego residents were required to wear face coverings in public amid the covid-19 pandemic.
The San Diego County Sheriff’s Department said,
“The man expressed frustration with the coronavirus and having people tell him what he can and cannot do."
“He said that wearing the hood was not intended to be a racial statement. In summary, he said, ‘It was a mask and it was stupid.'”
“This incident should serve as a reminder for anyone contemplating wearing or displaying items so closely associated with hate and human suffering that our society does not hold in high regard those who do so.”
“Santee is a city of families, and the community is rightfully disgusted at this man’s despicable behavior. The Sheriff’s Department thoroughly investigates incidents such as these and will hold those who violate the law accountable.”The man’s tasteless getup drew outrage on social media and from officials in the city of almost 60,000 residents.
How are you talking about accountability for future offenders if you're not going to punish this as a form of deterrent?!
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