Authorities are investigating a possible hate crime after a swastika flag was flying over a freeway overpass in Morgan Hill.
Authorities are investigating a possible hate crime after a swastika flag was flying over a freeway overpass Friday in Morgan Hill, and they said Monday they've identified the person responsible.
The flag was hanging from the Highway 101 overpass Friday along Burnett Avenue in Morgan Hill. The Santa Clara County Sheriff’s office said deputies quickly took down the flag after someone called to report it.
While investigators said they have identified the person who placed the flag, they did not release a name. They said the suspect has been documented, and the case is under review by the District Attorney’s Office.
Morgan Hill Mayor Mark Turner released a statement on his Facebook page Friday, reminding people that one act of hate is not a reflection of an entire community's sentiment.
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