Billboard in north suburbs investigated for violent anti-Israel message

CHICAGO (WLS) -- A billboard seen in the north suburbs is under investigation for its violent anti-Israel messaging.

A viewer sent images to ABC7 from along the Edens Spur in Deerfield. While ABC7 has blurred the text of the billboard because of its offensive nature, it contained violent slogans and profanity on the backdrop of a Palestinian flag.

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As of 7 p.m. Wednesday the messages were no longer up. ABC7 reached out to Outfront Media, which owns the billboard, who said they believe they were hacked and added, "We are aware of this incident. The copy has been removed and the situation is being investigated."

Northbrook police said they were made aware of the billboard, and worked with the billboard company to ensure it was taken down.

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"No further information is being released at this time as the investigation continues," interim Police Chief John Ustich said in a statement.

The image also said, "Paid for by MrBeast LLC." The CEO of that company said they did not pay for it and condemn hate speech.

The Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago said they will keep the community updated if there is any more information to share.

"The Northbrook Village Board unequivocally condemns anti-Semitism and all acts of hate speech. We stand together with the Jewish community, family members, friends and neighbors. Northbrook is an inclusive community and welcomes all," police said.