Stephen Hickey, 34, was detained by Montgomery police on felony charges of first-degree criminal mischief.
This arrest follows several reports of vandalism in the Dannelly Pines area.
The vandalism included hate symbols, racial slurs, and a swastika, raising concerns about racial tensions.
Hickey, who is accused of writing the inflammatory graffiti, was identified and apprehended by police in collaboration with a number of other teams.
These activities have caused considerable distress among the locals.
The destruction of community property has sparked a hate crime inquiry, which will be handled by federal authorities.
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