The makeshift memorial to Eurydice Dixon has been vandalised.

Offensive markings including a “lewd symbol” were painted on grass next to the pile of flowers laid in honour overnight.

Police discovered the shocking vandalism during a routine patrol about 4am this morning.

The shocking act of vandalism comes ahead of a vigil for Ms Dixon – 20,000+ expected to attend – at 5:30 tonight. pic.twitter.com/JscemKrvzH

— Pat Mitchell (@patty_mitchell) June 17, 2018

Whoever thinks of that, let alone does it, needs psychiatric help.
-Ross Stevenson

Eurydice was on her way home from a performance at the Highlander Bar in the CBD when she was attacked and killed last Wednesday morning. 19-year-old Jaymes Todd was arrested and charged with rape and murder.

Police have seized items left by the vandals and started investigations.

Firefighters, including some who attended the scene upon the discovery of Eurydice’s body, have spent this morning washing and scrubbing the graffiti away before daylight.

Click PLAY to hear more as Ross and John cross to the scene

Around 20,000 people are expected to attend a vigil at the site at 5:30pm tonight.

Anyone with information regarding the incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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