Messages of hate distributed in area, according to police

According to the Hollister Police Department, flyers containing messages of hate have been distributed throughout the Ozarks.

In a recent Facebook post, the Hollister Police Department stated, "Bags containing the flyers have been distributed throughout Taney County. We want to inform residents that these antisemitic, racial and hateful flyers are being distributed by a known hate group and are intended to spread fear, misinformation and division."

The post continued, "These flyers do not represent our community's values and if you find one of these flyers, do not engage with or share its contents. Instead, safely dispose of it.

Regarding the distribution of the flyers in the area, State Representative Brian Setz said, "This antisemitism and hate have no place in our community and should be condemned in the strongest terms. Earlier this year, I signed on as a co-sponsor of legislation designed to curb the trend of antisemitism plaguing our country, and I'm proud to stand strong in support of our Jewish neighbors."

"Those who distributed these flyers are not a part of our community and need to be called out for their hatred and bigotry," Seitz added.  

The Facebook post asked that anyone who has concerns or would like to report a flyer found in the area to reach out to their local police department.