Highland Council's controversial Gathering Place artwork by the River Ness in Inverness hit by obscene graffiti in fresh attack by vandals
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A controversial piece of public art in Inverness has been hit by its most obscene graffiti yet.
In the latest act of vandalism against the Gathering Place by the River Ness, two offensive drawings were spotted on the concrete walls early this morning.
One was a depiction of a male sexual organ and the other was a swastika, while foul language was also daubed on the structure.
The damage follows a series of graffiti attacks since Highland Council’s £262,246 artwork was first opened in early October
There has been widespread local criticism of the visual impact of the amphitheatre with curved walls, which juts out above the river near Bught Park, opposite Ness Islands.
There have also been complaints over poor disability access since it was unveiled to the public.
A Highland Council spokeswoman condemned the act of vandalism saying: “Graffiti, while not only criminal, is a total waste of taxpayers’ money and diverts resources from council works and services.
“If anyone witnesses vandalism please report vandals to Police on 101 or phone Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
