Crime & Safety

Racist Flyers Found In Delco Town: District Attorney's Office

Delaware County District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer said racist flyers were distributed in Springfield at night, showing "cowardice."

SPRINGFIELD, PA — The Delaware County District Attorney's Office is investigating the distribution of racist flyers in Springfield Township.

The DA's office said the materials were distributed at night in the township recently.

Authorities said they are looking into whether any crimes were committed in the distribution.

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District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer said the flyers were distributed at night, revealing the "cowardice of the individuals involved in promoting this hateful propaganda."

"We want to assure all members of the Delaware County community that this vile propaganda does not represent our values," he said. "We remain committed to building a community where everyone feels safe, valued, and respected.

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"To defeat the individuals behind this racist propaganda, we must remain vigilant and united."

Anyone who has information on the flyers should contact Springfield Police at 610-544-1100 or the Delaware County District Attorney's Office at 610-891-4161

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