A daycare on Vancouver Island was damaged extensively by vandals who broke in, according to police.
Campbell River RCMP say suspects broke into the daycare located at the Oyster River Elementary School at around 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, November 1.
Once inside, police say they caused extensive damage to the property.
The suspects broke the fridge, TV, VCR, stereo, drizzled maple syrup around the room, threw eggs from the fridge, and broke a window to gain entry.
Nothing was stolen from the premises, which leads police to believe that the crime was a “wilful act of destruction” likely committed by young people.
Police say three youths on dirt bikes were spotted in the school area at the time of the break in.
“Police are hoping that somebody in the area saw something. Crimes like this, directed at small businesses are absolutely deplorable and the individual/individuals need to be held accountable before their behaviour escalates,” said Cst. Maury Tyre in the statement.
“Letting young people get away with actions like this is not a step in the right direction. There are options available in many cases such as these that can deal with accountability without the courts.”
Any witnesses or people with information about the incident is asked to contact the Campbell River RCMP at 250-286-6221.
