Teen Accused of Plowing Through Florida Cemetery, Damaging Headstones
Incident Occurred in the Early Hours of Wednesday Morning
An 18-year-old man has been accused of plowing through a cemetery and damaging several headstones in Florida, according to reports from NBC6 affiliate WESH. The incident occurred around 2:30 a.m. on Wednesday, when a driver ran through the Greenwood Cemetery, striking multiple tombstones.
Driver Fled the Scene
The driver then fled the scene in a dark-colored SUV, leaving behind parts of the vehicle at the cemetery. A friend of one of the cemetery visitors stumbled upon the damage and alerted authorities, who were able to track down the vehicle and the suspect using surveillance footage and evidence.
Charges Filed Against the Suspect
The suspect has been charged with leaving the scene of a crash and causing property damage. Additionally, he will also face three counts of criminal mischief for causing property damage at a construction site in October and December.
Community Reacts to the Incident
“I got a message from my friend, and I rushed here because my friend said, ‘Someone has damaged the graveyard, and I believe your grandmother was one of the headstones that got hit,'” Jonie Taylor told WESH. “I was heartbroken. I was pissed more than anything.”
Deborah Lochrie, who has loved ones buried at the cemetery, expressed her outrage and disappointment, stating, “I just hope whoever did this really regrets what they did, changes their ways and comes out here and makes it right. I just can’t believe what went on.”
Conclusion
The incident has left the community shaken and upset, and the authorities are working to ensure that the suspect is held accountable for his actions. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of respecting the sanctity of cemeteries and the importance of taking responsibility for one’s actions.
FAQs
* What happened in the Greenwood Cemetery?
An 18-year-old driver plowed through the cemetery, damaging multiple headstones.
* When did the incident occur?
The incident occurred around 2:30 a.m. on Wednesday, January [date].
* What are the charges against the suspect?
The suspect is charged with leaving the scene of a crash and causing property damage, as well as three counts of criminal mischief for causing property damage at a construction site in October and December.
