The antisemitic graffiti was daubed at the top of the steps between Henry Street and the town’s railway station while racist graffiti targeting black people was found beside a public footpath off Quarry Close.
Damien Greenhalgh, deputy leader of High Peak Borough Council, condemned the “vile and disgusting acts”.
Derbyshire Jewish Community said the graffiti would have caused “real concern and distress” for people in the area.
Picture – Love Glossop Group
In a statement, Derbyshire Police said: “We received a report that a group of people were spraying offensive graffiti on the steps near Glossop railway station on Friday 12 December.
“Officers went to the scene but the people responsible had left.”
Greenhalgh said he was “utterly disgusted” by the vandalism.
“Glossop’s an inclusive town and we stand firmly with any member of our community,” he said.
“Racism, antisemitism just has absolutely no place in our society and the reaction to this from the wider community reflects that.
“This was done by a tiny minority of small-minded people. There will be consequences.
“I’ve been in touch with representatives from Derbyshire’s Jewish community. They’ve been thankful for the actions of the police and the support they’ve received.
“I’d like to thank Derbyshire Police as well for their response to this and hope we can find who did this.”
“This hateful abuse has no place in Glossop. It is intended to intimidate and divide, and it will not be tolerated.”
‘Hate crime’
Derbyshire Jewish Community said: “We are aware of an incident involving antisemitic graffiti in a public area of Glossop.
“Antisemitic language or imagery has no place in Derbyshire and causes real concern and distress for Jewish residents and the wider community.
“We welcome the fact that the incident has been taken seriously, that the graffiti has been removed, and that it is being treated as a hate crime. We are grateful to those who have responded promptly and professionally.
“We recognise that this matter is now with the appropriate authorities and is being actively monitored.
“Derbyshire Jewish Community exists to support Jewish life across the county and to contribute positively to the communities in which we live. We thank local residents who have reached out with messages of support.
“We will continue to engage constructively with partners to help ensure Jewish residents feel safe and supported.”
