Crime & Safety

Manchester Welcome Sign Vandalized — Again

The welcome sign is located near an exit to I-384.

For the third time in two weeks, a Manchester welcome sign that sits near I-384 has been vandalized.

The Hartford Courant reported that city officials are working to clean up a recent splattering of black paint over a portion of the sign. The sign reads, "Welcome To Manchester — City of Village Charm."

The Courant reported that officials said graffiti placed on the sign may have been gang-related.


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