Man due in court after mosque attack
Police said they would maintain a visible presence in the area
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A 43-year-old man has been charged with racially aggravated criminal damage after a mosque was targeted.
An item was thrown at a window in Shaftesbury Street, Newport, at about 07:00 BST on 1 August, said Gwent Police.
A man from Newport was due to appear at the city's Magistrates' Court on Friday.
Following a week of racist rioting across other areas of the UK, police said it was "deeply concerning".
Deputy Chief Constable Mark Hobrough said: "We will thoroughly investigate any alleged offence where racism or discrimination is an aggravating factor.
"Reports of this nature will be deeply concerning for all our communities; my message to you is that we're here to offer support and keep you safe.
"Our neighbourhood officers will be on patrol to provide a visible presence in our communities and we will continue to be in regular conversations with you to offer advice and respond to any concerns."