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Council hears report of vandalism and possible camera tampering at Hiawatha Park; photos to be circulated

5854690 · September 23, 2025
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Council member reported juvenile and adult incidents at Hiawatha Park, including objects thrown into the pool and apparent camera manipulation; officials are circulating photos to seek identifications and may involve juvenile court.

Council Member Brengman reported multiple incidents of vandalism at Hiawatha Park during the Sept. 22 Mount Vernon City Council meeting and asked the public for assistance identifying suspects. Brengman described one incident involving juveniles who were “hurling things over the fence into the pool” and said the city is circulating photographs to identify them so juvenile court can be involved. He said the city wants to address the problem before it escalates. He also…

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