In a string of incidents that has shaken the community around Antelope Crossing Middle School, ten teenagers have been taken into custody, with authorities from the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office quickly to link the minors to extensive vandalism and burglaries at the educational facility. As reported by ABC10, the damage wrought by these acts is estimated to exceed $100,000, with six crime reports filed between April and July 2024 spurring a full investigation by the Sheriff’s Property Crimes Bureau.
The office has, thus far, identified twelve minors believed to be involved but is to still apprehend two remaining suspects. The ten in custody face a multitude of charges including 56 counts of burglary, 35 counts of conspiracy, 11 counts of vandalism, along with the severe accusation of possessing a destructive device with the intent to intimidate. Additional suspects and charges are anticipated as the investigation unfolds, which was echoed by a detail noted in FOX40 coverage.
In the midst of the legal proceedings and the community's outcry, the Dry Creek Joint Elementary School District Superintendent, Brad Tooker, expressed his thanks to the Sheriff's office for their diligent work. "We thank the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office for their diligent efforts and collaboration in identifying and apprehending the individuals responsible for vandalizing Antelope Crossing Middle School," Tooker told ABC10.
Local authorities have encouraged anyone with knowledge of the situation to come forward, offering a cash reward of up to $1,000 for tips leading to an arrest. The Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office can be contacted at (916) 874-5115, while Sacramento Valley Crime Stoppers can be reached at (916) 443-HELP.
