WATERLOO REGION - One suspect has been arrested in connection with incidents of graffiti across Kitchener and Waterloo that caused tens of thousands of dollars worth of damage.

Police have only identified the suspect as a "young person" and said the individual was arrested April 5 in connection with multiple reports of spray painted graffiti on buildings, bus shelters, signs, vehicles and other property. The cost of the damage is estimated at more than $35,000.

The suspect is charged with six counts of mischief over $5,000.