Dozens of car windows shot out with BB gun
By: Melissa Randall
@MRandallABC6
Police in New Bedford are searching for vandals who are using BB guns to shoot out windows. Nearly 2 dozen cars, and a handful of homes, were hit in the North End over the weekend. Thankfully no one was struck by the pellets, but neighbors are understandably frustrated.
The vandals really did a number on the cars, which now have to be repaired. The cost of the damage is estimated to be in the thousands. Jeff Glaser, the assistant manger at Glaser Auto Glass on Purchase St. says his phones have been ringing off the hook. By Tuesday morning he already had 10 people make appointments.
“The newer windows are safety glass, but this back glass here is tempered glass. So when a BB hits it, it just explodes into many, many pieces,” explained Glaser.
So far the owners 22 vehicles and 5 homes have reported being struck by the BB pellets Sunday night. The vandal or vandals managed to cover a lot of ground. Police believe the shooter was driving in a car and firing through a window, but with out an eye witness they can’t be sure. They caused damage on Princeton St., Ashley Boulevard and Felton Street among others.
Raymond Bolger’s property wasn’t hit, but he is frustrated by what’s happening.
“It’s disturbing because you know you kind of have to watch out in your neighborhood,” said the North End resident.
Others who live near by tell ABC6 News they are on edge. Some even plan to put up security cameras. Dan Dauphinee says the vandalism is becoming a pattern, and he’s sick of things like this happening near his home.
“We had vandalism to our car last year. They spray painted our car and a few other cars down the road,” he said. “It’s disrespectful and it makes you feel crappy.”
Police do not have any suspects at this time. Anyone with information is asked to call New Bedford detectives at 508-991-6300 X 79519 or the anonymous tip line at 58-961-4584.
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