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Originally Posted by Russ
They were NOT "too scared of offending people". The reports state they did not want to be accused of racism (which is different from a fear of causing offence) and also they felt naming the suspects as Asian would have increased the chances of groups like the BNP moving in to the area and causing trouble. Not saying I think any of these reason are acceptable but if you're going to have a go at someone at least make it for the right reasons.
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They were too scared of offending people. because of their race.
the two go together.
otherwise someone who is the subject of racism can't be offended.