Seen this graffiti across Louisville? Police spot suspect on Instagram

A graffiti suspect was arrested after police officers say they saw posts of his work on his Instagram account.

Michael Amsler, 26, was arrested Saturday and charged with three counts of criminal mischief, according to court records.

Amsler admitted to tagging a state highway sign near South Preston Street with the phrase "MESKR TSG," according to an arrest citation.

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Police have seen pictures of the "MESKR" tag on Amsler's Instagram from a prior investigation, according to an arrest citation.

"Taggers use distinct Instagram (accounts) to depict their work," the arrest citation states.

Amsler's Instagram account had numerous pictures of the "MESKR" tag at various locations throughout Louisville, including a highway sign on I-65 Northbound at St. Catherine Street, which created about $5,000 in damage, the citation said.

Police also believe Amsler spray painted his tag at Zanzabar on March 18, causing $2,500 in damages, the citation said.

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A search warrant issued at his home released numerous sketches of the "MESKR" tag as well as crates and bags of paint. Police believe Amsler is responsible for all the "MESKR" tags.

His arraignment is scheduled for May 23, according to court documents.

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