Crime & Safety
16 Cars Vandalized In Spree In Norristown: Cops
Police said that a group of suspects is going around the borough spray painting random vehicles. An investigation is underway.
NORRISTOWN, PA — Numerous vehicles were vandalized in Norristown recently, and police are now investigating.
The incidents occurred in two different parts of the borough over the weekend.
Authorities said that in each incident, white spray paint was found on cars parked in the street.
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One of the incidents occurred at around 9 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 22, near Willow and E. Roberts streets, police said. A total of 12 vehicles were defaced.
From Saturday evening through early Sunday morning, Feb. 23, four more vehicles were vandalized near the 700 block of George Street and Oak Street, officials noted.
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It's believed the same suspects are responsible for each incident.
Police are identifying witnesses and reviewing video footage from the area to help in the investigation.
If you have any information, contact police at 610-270-0977, or submit an anonymous tip at 610-278-TIPS or NPDTips@norristown.org.
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