Columbus Police Respond to Neo-Nazi March in Short North: Community Leaders Condemn Hate

Neo-Nazis March in Columbus, Ohio

On Saturday afternoon, a group of about a dozen Neo-Nazis marched through the Short North in Columbus, Ohio. They carried flags with swastikas and wore black clothing and masks featuring a red skull.

Columbus Police received reports of the event around 1 p.m. As of 8 p.m., no arrests had been made.

Governor Mike DeWine issued a statement condemning the Neo-Nazi march. Mayor Andrew Ginther also spoke out against the actions. Columbus City Attorney Zach Klein addressed the situation on social media.

City Council President Shannon Hardin expressed regret over the incident, stating, “I’m sorry the President-elect emboldened these creeps.”

Lee C. Shapiro, the regional director of the American Jewish Committee, condemned the march. He stated, “Hate has no place in Columbus. Not now, not ever.”

The Short North Alliance joined in the condemnation, saying, “Hate is never welcome in our community.”

The situation reflects ongoing issues of bigotry in the U.S. City officials and community leaders are united in their message against hate. The story will continue to be updated as more information becomes available.