Chattanooga, Tenn. (January 28, 2025) - See below for a statement from
Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly:
“Police Chief John Chambers briefed me this morning on the KKK flyers that
were found last night in some Chattanooga neighborhoods and he has assured
me that this matter will be fully investigated and the law will be
enforced. CPD is asking for the public’s help in identifying those
responsible and I urge anyone with information or video that could be
helpful to step forward.
I want to make something absolutely clear: hate has no place in
Chattanooga. Ours is a strong and connected community, and we will oppose
any person or group that attempts to divide us. The KKK knows that, which
is why they acted cowardly and anonymously while committing this act of
hate. Chattanoogans are better than this, and the residents I talk to on a
daily basis are welcoming, kind, generous people, always looking for a way
to help their neighbors. We may not always agree on everything, but we
always love and support each other. We must not let a small group of
cowards lead us to believe anything different.”