Meridian Police seeking information in heavy machinery vandalisms

Meridian Police are seeking help identifying multiple suspects after heavy machinery was vandalized at several construction sites in north Meridian, according to a news release last week.

Police first responded to a report of vandalism on June 30 at 11:54 a.m. near the intersection of North Magical Creek Avenue and West Plateau Creek Drive. A witness reported two male juveniles throwing a large rock through the windshield of a yellow excavator. The suspects left the scene on a bicycle and scooter after being spotted, according to the release.

Heavy machinery with damaged windows was found at multiple sites in Meridian:

Three excavators and a loader at North Magical Creek Avenue and West Plateau Creek DriveLoader and excavator near North Glassford Street and West Redwood Creek DriveBackhoe on West Wooley Creek AvenueExcavator on Los Flores DriveHeavy equipment vehicles on State Highway 16 construction site

The public is encouraged to contact Meridian’s non-emergency dispatch with any information at 208-377-6790. Crime Stoppers can be contacted anonymously at 208-343-COPS.