Police in Hallandale Beach are asking for the public's help to identify a man seen in new surveillance video connected to two cases of vandalism that authorities say targeted the city's Jewish community.

Officials released a flyer and video showing a thin man wearing a white shirt who police believe may have used spray paint to scrawl a message about Israel on a sidewalk.

The incidents happened on Sept. 5 and Oct. 4 near Northeast 2nd Street and 12th Avenue, just three blocks from the Chabad of South Broward.

Police release surveillance video and offer reward

Investigators said it remains unclear what the message was intended to mean. They are now offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to an arrest.

"This is quite alarming. This happened twice in the same place," said Hallandale Beach Mayor Joy Cooper, who is Jewish. "I find it offensive in the realm of what's transpiring. There are many misguided individuals who just don't have the proper information or who have been fed misinformation about Israel."

Cooper said police are treating the case seriously and working multiple leads.

"If we don't stand up and say something and do something, we all need to be united on this front," she said. "Hate—there is no place for it."

Local resident says vandalism is "deeply troubling"

Resident Ariel Beck, who lives near where the graffiti appeared, said the images were disturbing.

"I think it's horrible," Beck said. "You always have concerns when you see things all over the place."

Beck, who is Jewish and originally from Israel, has lived in South Florida for seven years.

"This is a Jewish community, and it's supposed to be taken care of," he said.

City leaders call for unity and vigilance

Mayor Cooper said the vandalism reflects growing concerns about anti-Semitic acts in South Florida and beyond. She urged residents to speak out and cooperate with investigators.

Police said they are increasing patrols and remaining "extra vigilant" in response to the incidents.

Authorities are asking anyone with information to contact Hallandale Beach Police or Crime Stoppers at 954-493-8477. 

Community stands firm against hate

As police continue their investigation, Cooper said the city remains committed to standing against hate and ensuring residents feel safe.

"Hate has no place in Hallandale Beach," she said. "We will not tolerate it in any form."