Man Keyed, Slashed Tires On 20 Morristown Cars: Police

MORRISTOWN, NJ — A man was arrested after allegedly keying and slashing the tires of 20 cars in Morristown overnight, Morristown Police said.

Thomas Mina, 59, of Morristown, faces several counts of criminal damage, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, and unlawful possession of a weapon in connection to the incident, police said.

Police said the damaged cars were discovered in the Convent Mews Apartment Complex on Dorado Drive just after sunrise on Tuesday morning. Twenty cars had their paint scratched off (known as being keyed), or had their tired punctured and flattened.

After an investigation, Mina allegedly confessed to the crimes. He was arrested and released with an upcoming court date.

"Based upon this information obtained, there is no reason to believe anyone else was involved in this incident however, residents are asked to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity to police," police said. Anyone with information should contact Morristown Police at 973-538-2200.

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