San Diego Police are investigating a possible hate crime after a rainbow-painted fence at a Scripps Ranch home was vandalized with a homophobic slur, with the homeowner saying they have been targeted more than two dozen times since June 2022.
SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — San Diego Police are investigating a possible hate crime after a rainbow-painted fence at a Scripps Ranch home was vandalized with a homophobic slur early Sunday morning.
Surveillance footage shows a suspect spray-painting over a security camera at Brittany Fuller’s home off Scripps Trail around 3 a.m. Fuller said three vandals were involved, targeting her backyard fence, which is painted in rainbow colors and decorated with LGBTQ pride flags.
“I’m pansexual and I came out at 30,” Fuller said. “My mom’s a really big advocate for the LGBTQ community. My mom has always been vocal about loving everyone and inclusivity, and that’s kind of how I became who I am today.”
Fuller said her home has been vandalized more than two dozen times since June 2022, when her family began flying several flags, including a transgender flag, a U.S. Constitution flag reading “We the People Means Everyone,” and a “Thank You for Your Service” flag, in addition to painting their fence.
Past incidents have included flags being torn down and slurs spray-painted on the fence. Fuller believes the vandals in the latest incident may be the same individuals captured in surveillance video in February, when a suspect was seen climbing the fence and ripping down a camera.
“This is a military home,” said Fuller’s fiancé, Stephen Gunter. “Brittany’s father is a retired Navy SEAL. Brittany is the only civilian hand-selected by Mayor Todd Gloria for caregiver and veteran’s family advocacy.”
Neighbors have voiced support for Fuller’s family as police continue to collect evidence to identify the suspects.
“As a community member, this is a loving place to be, and we have no tolerance for this,” said neighbor Meredith Keene. “We are working with the police so they can get the folks that do this.”
Despite repeated attacks, Fuller said she will not take down the fence.
“Some people say it’s loud. But when you’re faced with so much hate, you have to be loud — and we’re being loud with love,” Fuller said. “I don’t see the problem with that.”
Police are asking anyone with information about the vandalism to contact the San Diego Police Department.
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