The City of Bloomington was made aware of anti-Semitic flyers that were placed on doors and windows in the Downtown area over the weekend.
Mayor Mboka Mwilambwe has issued the following statement regarding the incident:
“I am deeply disappointed and disturbed by the anti-Semitic flyers that were placed on doors and windows in Downtown Bloomington over the weekend. This kind of hateful rhetoric has no place in our community. Bloomington is built on respect, inclusivity, and unity, and we will not allow messages of division to take root here. To our Jewish neighbors and all those impacted—I stand with you. The city stands with you. We are committed to fostering a community where everyone feels safe and valued.”
The Bloomington Police Department is looking into the matter and encourages anyone with information to come forward. Reports can be made by contacting Officer Molly Monahan with the Bloomington Police Department at 309-820-8888.
