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 also recommended.

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679. ‘Absolutely no evidence’ of racial slurs at NJ wrestling meet: superintendent / During a wrestling meet on February 22, 2025, fans accused other fans of using racial slurs. However, an investigation found no proof. / 2025-03-03
Type of hoax: admitted - crime never took place

2025-02-22

West Deptford NJ

The school district investigated the allegation of racial slurs and found no proof. The school district noted that it had security personnel and other staff at the match and non e heard the slur.

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