Fayette County

KKK recruitment flyers posted in Lexington, Frankfort neighborhoods

The side of a Lexington Police Department cruiser shows the department's logo with the car's lights on.
Lexington Police Department police car. rhermens@herald-leader.com

Ku Klux Klan recruitment flyers were posted recently in Lexington and Frankfort neighborhoods, officials say.

Police in both Lexington and Frankfort confirmed residents had received flyers from a hate group. Frankfort police said Sunday flyers were left in the driveways of homes, and Lexington police said Wednesday they were posted in Lexington neighborhoods.

Frankfort police Capt. Scott Tracy told the news station WKYT the incidents appear to be connected.

“Our community strength lies in its diversity, and we are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all our residents, regardless of race, ethnicity or background,” Frankfort police said in a Facebook post.

Police urged residents to report if they received a flyer. They can call Lexington police at 859-258-3600 or Frankfort police at 502-875-8525.

Anonymous tips can be submitted to Bluegrass Crime Stoppers by calling 859-253-2020 or by visiting www.bluegrasscrimestoppers.com. They can also be submitted through the P3 Tips app at www.p3tips.com.

This story was originally published July 24, 2024 at 10:49 AM.

Christopher Leach
Lexington Herald-Leader
Chris Leach is a breaking news reporter for the Lexington Herald-Leader. He joined the newspaper in September 2021 after previously working with the Anderson News and the Cats Pause. Chris graduated from UK in December 2018. Support my work with a digital subscription
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