NORTH VERNON. Ind. – A young man and three juveniles have been arrested in connection to the alleged vandalism of the North Vernon City Park aquatic complex.
The North Vernon Police Department (NVPD) responded to the initial vandalism call at the complex last Saturday morning. Officers reported that motor oil and cat litter had been dumped into the pool area overnight and they were able to pull security camera footage of the event.
Detectives began taking tips and identifying the suspects. Ultimately, they were able to view security camera footage of the suspects making a purchase of cat litter and motor oil at a local business about an hour before the crime.
On Monday, Keegan Barnes, 19, of North Vernon, was arrested for criminal trespass and criminal mischief. The three other juvenile suspects have also been identified. It is still an active investigation and further charges could be filed later.