Arrest made in Seaside vandalism case
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Seaside Police made an arrest following a recent vandalism incident at Capra Community Park. Timothy Dunn Sr, 60, was interviewed by police and a criminal complaint charging him with vandalism has been forwarded to the Monterey County District Attorney’s Office according to a press release from the city. Dunn is accused of entering Capra Community Park on Aug. 28 and destroying numerous plants, vegetables and gardening equipment. Community members caught the incident on video.
Additionally, the car that Dunn used to arrive and leave the park was caught by Seaside’s FLOCK license plate reader cameras. Seaside’s Public Works Department estimated the incident caused several hundred dollars in damages, classifying the crime as a misdemeanor. Capra Park is maintained by the city of Seaside and community volunteers. It’s unique, because it allows the community to harvest vegetables for consumption and a lot of hours go into maintaining the area. Anyone with information regarding the incident, or any other activity related to Capra Park are encouraged to call the Seaside Police Department at (831) 899-6748.