(Amherstview, ON)- This morning a Loyalist Township employee reported graffiti on an electrical building at a soccer field in Amherstview. The graffiti is believed to have been done at 1:54 a.m. this morning.
A six foot image of an Alien was spray painted on the brick building located on Amherst Drive.
The Ontario Provincial Police are appealing to the public for assistance in identifying the suspect.
The OPP wishes to remind the public that when any type of graffiti is placed on public or private property it is considered an act of vandalism and is against the law.
Under the Criminal Code of Canada, graffiti is considered vandalism and the appropriate charge is “mischief under or over $5,000”. Under the legislation, graffiti vandals may be subject to additional community service hours and or criminal charges. A conviction could result in a criminal record that can impact a young person’s future including employment opportunities or travel outside the country.
Under the Parental Responsibility Act, parents are financially responsible for property loss, damage or destruction intentionally caused by their children who are under 18 years of age.
If you see graffiti vandalism happening, it is considered a crime in progress and can be reported by calling 9-1-1 or 1-888-310-1122.
