Vandals cause major damage to area school
By Nelson Daily Staff
Nelson Police report that vandals hit an area school during the early hours of Saturday (August 3).
Police received multiple calls at 4 a.m. of glass smashing at L.V. Rogers High School in Fairview.
When police arrived it was apparent vandals caused excessive amount damage, including smashed windows and other damage to the Kootenay Lake School District property.
Early estimate peg the damage as more than $10,000.
Although the investigation is in the early stages, the Nelson Police have identified persons of interest and are optimistic they will be proceeding with criminal charges.
The police are requesting any witnesses or any one with additional information to contact the Nelson Police Department.
