Residents of Cotati were rocked by a series of troubling disturbances Wednesday morning when an unknown assailant targeted both a local daycare and a church with thrown rocks. According to the Cotati Police Department, the first call came in around 9:47 AM, reporting a large rock flung through a window of a daycare on E Cotati Ave, an act which left one child with minor injuries from the shattered glass. Officers had scarce time to respond before a second call reported a similar incident at a nearby church at 10:09 AM, where another window fell victim to vandalism—fortunately, without casualties.
The authorities have yet to pinpoint a suspect, as no leads have surfaced. They continue to tirelessly work to uncover some semblance of motive or pattern in these attacks. The disturbing incidents have stirred unease among the community members, prompting Cotati PD to solicit any information that could lead to unraveling this reckless endangerment of public safety. They urge witnesses to come forward, explicitly mentioning, "If you or someone you know witnessed anything suspicious during that time frame, please reach out to Cotati PD."
While the incidents did not result in serious injuries, the community's relief is pierced by a prevailing concern for the vulnerability of its safe spaces. In a statement obtained by a local news outlet, the Cotati PD emphasized that the safety and well-being of their citizens are of utmost importance. They've also issued a proactive call to action to locate the individual responsible and potentially reinforce the security in local institutions to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
Information concerning these incidents can be provided to the Cotati Police Department, and any tips can make a critical difference in the investigation. Efforts are being made to capture the perpetrator and ensure such reckless acts will be deterred moving forward. Citizens can follow this ongoing investigation through regular updates from the Cotati Police Department, with additional coverage from local news. All leads can be communicated to the authorities by calling (707)792-4611, referencing case #'s 24-0030 and 24-0031. Updates and further details can also be found on Cotati PD's official Facebook page.
