Young Offender Charged

Wednesday, 9 October 2013 11:50

16-year-old Woodstock Boy Charged with Mischief in Graffiti Investigation.

A 16-year-old Woodstock youth has been charged with mischief, in relation to graffiti in the city.

Police say the charge came from an ongoing investigation into the tagging of businesses, schools, signs, hydro and post boxes.

The 16-year-old boy, who can't be identified, is charged with Mischief under $5000 and failing to comply with a court disposition.

Damage to the specific charges are estimated at $1000.

Police say the investigation is ongoing, and police are looking to identify other youths who are involved in graffiti.

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