A group of demonstrators displaying Nazi flags left an overpass in Evendale, Ohio, on February 7, 2025, after being confronted by local residents. The incident occurred around 2 p.m. and involved more than a dozen individuals dressed in black clothing who quickly departed the scene in a U-Haul truck when approached by police and community members.
- Demonstrators displayed Nazi flags in Evendale
- Residents confronted demonstrators on overpass
- Evendale police deemed protest not unlawful
- Cincinnati Mayor condemned hate messages
- Jewish Federation reaffirmed commitment to community
- No arrests made during the incident
The demonstration included a sign displayed over the freeway and individuals carrying Nazi flags. Video footage showed the protesters leaving as residents approached them with police officers present to maintain order. Evendale police confirmed that while the protest was offensive, it did not violate any laws and lasted only a short time before the demonstrators departed voluntarily.
No injuries or arrests were reported during this afternoon incident. Kachara Talbert, a resident of nearby Lincoln Heights—recognized as the first all-Black self-governing city north of the Mason-Dixon line—expressed outrage at the lack of action taken against the demonstrators. She criticized law enforcement for allowing what she termed disrespectful behavior towards her community’s heritage.
Cincinnati Mayor Aftab Pureval condemned the display of hate symbols, stating that such actions have no place in their region. He expressed his shock at seeing swastikas displayed publicly and reiterated that these messages do not represent community values. In response to the event, the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati voiced its disturbance over the demonstration while reaffirming its commitment to combating antisemitism and promoting unity within communities.
This incident highlights ongoing tensions surrounding displays of hate symbols and raises questions about community responses to such provocations. As local leaders continue to address these issues, discussions about public safety and freedom of expression remain critical within affected communities.
