GREENBELT, MD. – A man has been arrested and charged after allegedly vandalizing four homes in Greenbelt Station, including two residences that were targeted multiple times, Greenbelt Police announced.
Police said the suspect faces a charge of malicious destruction of property over $1,000 in connection with the series of incidents. His name was not provided in the department’s public statement.
The man was first arrested for vandalism on Aug. 6 and was arrested again Aug. 28, according to police. The department discussed the incidents with Greenbelt Station residents during a community meeting Monday.
Key Points
- Greenbelt Police say four homes were vandalized, with two properties targeted multiple times.
- A man has been charged with malicious destruction of property over $1,000.
- Police said the suspect was arrested Aug. 6 and again Aug. 28 in connection with vandalism.
Four Greenbelt Station Homes Targeted
Greenbelt Police disclosed the arrests after meeting with residents of the Greenbelt Station community about the string of property damage.
Authorities said four homes were allegedly vandalized during the series. Two of those residences were targeted more than once, according to the department.
Police did not provide details about how the homes were damaged, the total estimated cost of the vandalism or what investigators believe may have motivated the incidents.
The department also did not disclose whether the suspect knew the residents whose properties were targeted.
Police Made Two Arrests in August
According to Greenbelt Police, officers first arrested the man for vandalism on Aug. 6. He was arrested again on Aug. 28.
Police said he has been charged with malicious destruction of property over $1,000. Additional information about the suspect, including his identity and court status, was not included in the department’s announcement.
The charge is an allegation, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
How many Greenbelt Station homes were allegedly vandalized?
Greenbelt Police said four homes were targeted, including two residences that were vandalized multiple times.
What charge does the suspect face?
Police said the man has been charged with malicious destruction of property over $1,000.
When was the suspect arrested?
Greenbelt Police said the man was first arrested for vandalism on Aug. 6 and arrested again Aug. 28.
Sources: Greenbelt Police Department public statement posted on Facebook.
