There’s been widespread condemnation after paint was thrown over the Teebane memorial on the main Cookstown to Omagh Road.
The memorial, which was constructed in memory of eight workmen murdered by the IRA at Teebane in January 1992, has been attacked many times over the years.
Ulster Unionist Cookstown Councillor Trevor Wilson has condemned the latest attack.
Cllr Trevor Wilson, who leads the Ulster Unionist group on Mid Ulster Council, said he was ‘utterly disgusted’ at the latest attack.
“Republicans often talk the language of rights and respect, but actions speak louder than words, and in Mid Ulster, the Unionist community has learned down the years that for many republicans, we are entitled to no rights and no respect,” he said.
Cllr Wilson said whoever committed this act of desecration at this memorial has nothing of value to contribute to any community or cause.
“They cannot respect the memory of eight men murdered as they returned home from a day’s work, and they should not be surprised that all decent citizens will regard both them and their actions with utter contempt,” he added.
Police are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident or anyone who has any information that can assist with the investigation contact officers in Cookstown on 101 quoting reference 1104 12/02/19.
Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.