A contractor has been taken into custody after being accused of defacing a Beaver County building with swastikas. The vandalism occurred at an intersection of Fifth Street and Sharon Road in Beaver Borough, as reported by CBS News Pittsburgh. The symbols discovered last Friday were promptly covered up, and an incentive was extended to anyone who could assist in making an arrest.
The Beaver Borough Police Department announced that the suspect, a disgruntled contractor not local to the area, was identified after trailing a vehicle allegedly used during the crime. According to an interview by WPXI, police confirmed that the motive behind the spray-painting was linked to a business disagreement between the accused and the business owner.
According to WPXI, officials have reassured the community that there is no broader threat following the incident. "We want to thank our community, the Beaver County Commissioners, and Beaver County Crime Solvers for their cooperation and assistance in this matter. Your support plays a vital role in keeping our town safe," a representative for the Beaver Borough police expressed.
Police have booked the responsible party and are continuing their investigation into the incident. Those with additional information or concerns about the case are encouraged to contact the Beaver Borough Police Department.
