A hateful symbol and racial slur were removed from a shared fence near Rio Seco Elementary School and the SportsPlex after the image circulated online and drew concern from Santee residents, according to ABC 10News.

The Santee School District told the station the vandalism was removed immediately after staff became aware of it. The district also notified the San Diego County Sheriff's Office.

ABC 10News reported that the incident drew strong reactions from residents, including some who said it was especially upsetting because it appeared near an elementary school. Others told the station they did not believe the act represented Santee as a whole.

For local families, the incident is a reminder that vandalism near schools carries a broader community impact, especially when it targets people with hate symbols or slurs. The source report did not list any arrest or suspect information.