Southington Cops Investigating Anti-Semitic Social Media Post

SOUTHINGTON, CT — Southington police on Tuesday said they are investigating a social media post containing anti-Semitic material initiated by juveniles.

The posting was dated Dec. 7, and the investigation began the following day, police said.

No charges were filed, police said.

The names of those involved are being withheld because of their age, police said.

The incident did prompt a reaction from Southington Superintendent of Schools Tim Connellan.

"It was reported to me that a student posted on social media an image with completely inappropriate, ethnically derogatory language and symbolism. This behavior did not occur in school, but it did impact some of our students. The school administration was informed and the Southington Police Department was informed. An investigation was conducted and the parents of the student who posted the image were contacted. While this behavior did not seem to be directed toward any one individual, it is clearly unacceptable behavior in terms of our expectations for student conduct as a school district and as a community.

The school administration and the SPD reacted swiftly to intervene and to minimize the impact on our students. I believe we have been successful in doing so and our staff will be proactive in addressing any student needs that may arise as a result of this incident.

This incident and others like it, that we read about and hear about should remind all of us that in addition to the positive aspects of some social media, there are aspects that can effect the children of this community in negative ways. Please continue to supervise closely your children's use of social media. Also, please feel free to reach out to your child's teacher, counselor, other support services staff, or school administrator if you have concerns or questions regarding your child's use of social media. We have very caring and dedicated staff who are there to help you and your child deal with these issues."

WFSB posted an image of the posting. See it here.

Photo Credit: SPD