Crime & Safety
91 Vehicles Vandalized in Columbia: Police
Multiple vehicles were spray-painted, Howard County police said.
After more than 90 vehicles were vandalized in Columbia, the Howard County Police Department said it is offering a reward of up to $500 for information.
Police reported that on Dec. 21 off Stevens Forest Road and Dec. 20 off Whiteacre Road, multiple vehicles were damaged.
During the overnight hours on Dec. 15, multiple vehicles on Monarch Mills Way were also spray-painted, police said.
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In all, 91 vehicles were damaged, according to the Howard County Police Department.
Authorities are investigating whether the three cases are related, police said.
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The vandalism was not believed to be related to gangs or hate crimes, police said.
There is a reward of up to $500 for information leading to an arrest.
Callers may remain anonymous by contacting 410-313-STOP.
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