Rampant Vandalism at MLK Park Sparks Teen's Arrest and Police Investigation
A 13-year-old has been arrested in connection with vandalism at MLK Park in Buffalo, with more arrests potentially forthcoming. The teen is charged with burglary and criminal mischief after a family member recognized them in surveillance footage and brought them to the authorities. The vandalism involved pouring a large amount of industrial glue near a splash pad, causing an estimated $50,000 in damage. Another incident of vandalism occurred at Riverside Park, and a previous case at Cazenovia Park resulted in charges against another 13-year-old. City officials are calling for increased supervision of teenagers and harsher consequences for these crimes, while also increasing police presence in parks to deter further vandalism.