Curfew Tower graffiti slammed!

AONTÚ Councillor Margaret Anne McKillop has slammed those behind fresh graffiti on the Curfew Tower in Cushendall.

The Cushendall based rep said that over the last few weeks residents had seen a worrying amount of anti-social behaviour across the villages and appealed to those behind it, to bring it to an end.

She said: “From locks being destroyed on disabled toilets to writing and graffiti on play equipment, the damage and disrespect shown to our community facilities is extremely disappointing.

“However, the latest incident, involving graffiti on one of our most iconic landmarks, the Curfew Tower in Cushendall, has to be the lowest point yet.

“These buildings and facilities are part of our community’s heritage and identity. They belong to all of us, and it is incredibly sad to see them treated with such disrespect. Instead of being out at the weekend defacing public spaces, those carrying out these acts should learn to have a bit of respect for their community.

“The Curfew Tower is at the heart of Cushendall and has always been the focal point of the village; those who took paint and defaced it should be absolutely ashamed of themselves.

“Thankfully, the PCSP, working with CCAG, have agreed to arrange for the Curfew Tower to be cleaned, and we are grateful for their support.

“Our villages deserve better. We all have a responsibility to look after the places we are proud to call home.”

The Chronicle contacted Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council and PSNI but at the time of going to press, no response had been received.