fakehatecrimes.org

fake hate crimes: a database of hate crime hoaxes in the usa

The purpose of this site is to compile a comprehensive database of the false reports of "hate crimes" committed (mostly) in the USA. It builds on the work of Laird Wilcox, whose Crying Wolf (PDF) is the original book on this subject. The books Hate Crime Hoax and Hate Crimes: Criminal Law & Identity Politics are recommended.

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396. Fake 'Hate Crime' Report at Beloit College Leads to Arrest / Michael Kee, a Beloit College student, admitted to police that he spray painted anti-Muslim graffiti on his dorm door and on a wall to gain attention. / 2017-02-01

Details

Type of hoax: charged with committing crime

Date: 2017-02-01

Location: Beloit WI

Summary: Michael Kee, a Beloit College student, spray painted anti-Muslim graffiti on his dorm door & on a wall for attention.

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