The Pittsburgh chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Pittsburgh), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today condemned the reported broadcast of Nazi propaganda and an alleged threat targeting Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O’Connor over local police communication channels.
Authorities reported that an unidentified individual gained unauthorized access to an analog public safety radio channel on Monday and broadcast extremist content, including Nazi propaganda and a threat referencing the Pittsburgh mayor. County officials clarified that the system itself was not breached but was improperly accessed, and they are working with law enforcement and federal regulators as the investigation continues.
SEE: Police investigate alleged threat against Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O’Connor over police scanner
In a statement, CAIR-Pittsburgh Executive Director Christine Mohamed said:
“The use of Nazi propaganda and threats of violence against a public official is disturbing and unacceptable. No one, regardless of political affiliation, should face intimidation or violent rhetoric. Extremist symbolism and hate have no place in our city. We urge a full investigation to ensure accountability and to protect the integrity of our public safety systems.”
Mohamed encouraged anyone who encounters hate speech, extremist threats, or bias incidents to report them to the local authorities.
She said CAIR and the American Muslim community stand in solidarity with all those challenging antisemitism, systemic anti-Black racism, xenophobia, Islamophobia, white supremacy, and all other forms of bigotry
CAIR’s mission is to protect civil rights, enhance understanding of Islam, promote justice, and empower American Muslims.
La misión de CAIR es proteger las libertades civiles, mejorar la comprensión del Islam, promover la justicia, y empoderar a los musulmanes en los Estados Unidos.
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CONTACT: CAIR-Pittsburgh Executive Director Christine Mohamed, 412-606-3601, cmohamed@cair.com; CAIR National Communications Director Ibrahim Hooper, 202-744-7726, ihooper@cair.com; CAIR National Communications Manager Ismail Allison, 202-770-6280, iallison@cair.com