Antisemitic flyers found littering neighborhood near Emory

DeKalb County police may open an investigation after residents near Emory University found their neighborhood littered with antisemitic flyers Thursday morning.

Authorities received several complaints about the flyers after they were found strewn through the Emory Highlands neighborhood off of North Decatur Road, DeKalb police spokeswoman Officer Elise Wells said. Officers did not take any reports, but Wells said the department’s Homeland Security Unit is reaching out to the complainants for more information.

ExploreCatch up with AJC coverage: Georgia campus protests over Gaza

The flyers, rolled up in plastic bags, included messages that sought to pit the public against the Jewish people. Other messaging focused on “mass immigration” and the media.

While the flyers did not mention the Israel-Hamas War in Gaza or recent protests on college campuses around the U.S., the area where they were distributed is less than half a mile from Emory’s campus. The private university has been the site of recent pro-Palestinian protests and counter-protests, as well as confrontations between protesters and police.

About the Author

Public schools must step up their safety plans. Georgia Tech provides a model.

In the aftermath of the shooting at Apalachee High School, Georgia will require schools to create safety plans. Georgia Tech's police department could provide a model.

Sandy Springs repeals protest ‘buffer zone’ legislation

The Sandy Springs ordinance required anyone holding a sign or passing out leaflets to get permission from a person before approaching them within 8 feet.

Once a GOP mission, voter eligibility challenges taken up by Democratic counties

Local Georgia election officials are starting to challenge voters' eligibility, taking over from Republican activists who sought to disqualify voters who might be ineligible.

The Latest

Credit: Henri Hollis

2 juveniles charged with murder in 17-year-old’s death in Gwinnett

Girl, 14, needed stitches after assault by Cobb detention official, warrant says

‘Here we are again’: Atlanta Jewish leaders remain vigilant after Washington attack

Featured

Credit: Justin Taylor for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Saving Sapelo: Can a historic Black community stay above the waves?

Rising sea levels are forcing communities up and down the East Coast to adapt. With its meager infrastructure, few are as vulnerable as Hogg Hummock.

Midtown Atlanta eyesore acquired for future park in eight-figure deal

The Midtown Improvement District closed on its purchase of the 4-acre undeveloped lot at 98 14th St.

MARTA boss: Safety is a ‘north star’ focus as transit agency tries to attract more riders

Safety is part of a trifecta of factors CEO Collie Greenwood says is key, but incidents like the May 18 shooting on a train near the East Point station showcase the challenge.