Halton Regional Police have arrested a suspect for hate crimes in Burlington thanks to tips from the public.

Anti-Semitic and racist messages were found at multiple locations around the city last month, according to investigators.

They included a racist note targeting the black community that was left on a vehicle, anti-Semitic messages left on a traffic posts and vehicles as well as anti-Semitic pictures found on the front doors of the Burlington Art Gallery and Burlington City Hall.

The service says it received numerous tips that led to the identification of a Burlington man who was arrested and released.

"Formal charges are pending further investigation which is active and ongoing," according to a media release.

Police are still searching for a second person of interest.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 905-825-4777 ext. 2310 or Crime Stoppers.