Friday, January 10, 2020

Update: Juveniles behind vandalism spree



UPDATE: Mesa County Sheriff’s Office deputies have identified suspects in a string of vandalism incidents that occurred in Fruitvale.

Currently, the Mesa County Sheriff’s Office is investigating 12 incidents of vandalism that occurred between December 29, 2019 and January 4, 2020 in the area of 29 ½ Rd and Parkway Dr. During these incidents, several car and home windows were broken with rocks and car tires were slashed with a knife. Total damage as a result of these crimes is estimated to be thousands of dollars.

The Mesa County Sheriff’s Office conducted a thorough investigation into these incidents. With the assistance from the community members and the Grand Junction Police Department, two juveniles were identified as the people responsible for these crimes.

The Mesa County Sheriff’s Office is working with the 21st Judicial District Attorney’s Office to file the appropriate charges.

At this time, investigators believe there are more vandalism incidents that were part of this crime spree that remain unreported.

The Mesa County Sheriff’s Office is asking anyone in the area between Patterson Road and Cedar Drive and between 29 ½ Road and Eastwood Drive that had a broken window or cut vehicle tire to please report those crimes to the Mesa County Sheriff’s Office. You can either make a report online or contact our non-emergency dispatch at (970) 242-6707.




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Previous: 1/3/2020

MESA COUNTY, Colo - Mesa County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a string of vandalism incidents that occurred between 12/30/19 and 1/2/2020 in the area of 29 ½ Road and Parkway Drive in Fruitvale.

All five cases occurred at night. Damage reported includes smashed car windows, deflated tires, and rocks thrown through residential windows. No injuries were reported. Total damage is estimated to be over $2,000.

Deputies are increasing patrols in the area and are asking for the public’s help to report any suspicious activity in the area.

If you have information about this crime please call the Mesa County Sheriff’s Office at (970) 242-6707 or call Mesa County Crime Stoppers at (970) 241-STOP. Information reported to Crime Stoppers that leads to an arrest can earn you up to $1,000 cash reward and you will remain completely anonymous.