New Mexico Republican HQ looks like bomb site after arson attack and 'KKK' message

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Images circulating on social media show severe damage to the front of the New Mexico Republican headquarters after an arson attack on Sunday.

New Mexico's Republican Party headquarters has been hit by a devastating arson attack that has left the front of the building resembling a bomb site. Photographic evidence also showed the words "ICE=KKK" was also graffitied in red spray paint onto the edifice of the building. The Albuquerque Fire Department is conducting an arson investigation and has confirmed that nobody was injured.

The state's Republican party believes that it was a targeted attack, sharing photos on social media. “We are deeply relieved that no one was harmed in what could have been a tragic and deadly attack," said Republican Party of New Mexico Chairwoman Amy Barela in a press release. "Those who resort to violence to undermine our state and nation must be held accountable, and our state leaders must reinforce through decisive action that these cowardly attacks will not be tolerated.



She added that her office is working with local and federal law enforcement as well as the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives to crack the case, adding that her office intends on prosecuting the offenders. We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures, and videos on this breaking news story. Please check back regularly for updates on this developing story HERE .

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