STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE

PRESS RELEASE

DATE OF THIS PRESS RELEASE: 11/12/09

CASE #: Numerous
 
DATE/TIME: 10/30/09 to 11/4/09
 
LOCATION (specific): Brandon, Leicester, Salisbury and Whiting
 
VIOLATION: Unlawful Mischief (Felony)
 
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
 
The Vermont State Police and Brandon PD responded to 30 plus related vandalisms in northern Rutland and southern Addison Counties during the 2009 Halloween weekend.  The incidents involved the perpetrators throwing large rocks at homes and cars from a moving vehicle, during the late night hours of 10/30/09 (Cabbage Night) through 11/4/09.  The damage ranged from smashed car windows and severely dented body panels to home siding being damaged as a result of the rocks being thrown.  An estimated $15,000 in total damages occurred amongst all of the reported incidents.  A list of suspects were developed and resulted in the confessions and arrests of several area juveniles.  
 
The incidents are still being investigated and there are more possible arrests forthcoming.  Anyone that has information is asked to contact either the Vermont State Police in New Haven or Brandon PD.
 
State Police -New Haven 802-388-4919
Brandon PD 802-247-0222