WHEATON, Ill. (AP) -- A west suburban Chicago man has been charged with hate crimes after allegedly placing swastika stickers on a DuPage County Board candidate's campaign signs.
State's Attorney Robert Berlin said 49-year-old Keith Klingeman of Naperville is charged with two counts of committing a hate crime and one count of criminal damage to property.
Between Oct. 2 and Oct. 16, Klingeman allegedly placed homemade swastika stickers – made with markers -- on two campaign signs belonging to Patricia Gustin, a candidate for the DuPage County Board.
Berlin says Klingeman surrendered Friday at the Naperville Police Station and was released on bond from custody.
“Naperville strives to be an inclusive community that values diversity, and the actions alleged in this case directly conflict with that mission,” Naperville Police Chief Jason Arres said. “This department will continue to vigorously investigate any allegations of hate crimes in this City and hold those responsible for such behavior accountable for their actions.”
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