"Mother Turns In Son, 18, Accused of Spray-Painting Racist Messages: Calls His Actions 'Naive' and Links to Radical Group"

The mother of 18-year-old Patrick Sloan, arrested for spray-painting racist graffiti on two Missouri schools, expressed her regret. She turned him in after reviewing security footage. While citing his naivety, she acknowledged his involvement with a radical group and emphasized the community's need for peace. (Photo: St. Louis County Police Department)