NEWSPORT NEWSFEED: Car windows smashed in suspected vandalism in Port Douglas
Wednesday, February 5
A suspected vandal may be targeting vehicles in Port Douglas after reports of two cars having their windows smashed.
One of the victims, local resident Stephanie V., discovered her car’s rear window shattered after leaving it parked overnight on Morning Close.
The incident occurred sometime between 6pm on Sunday, February 2, and 11am on Monday, February 3. Nothing was stolen from the vehicle, suggesting the act was purely vandalism.
After posting in a local Facebook group to ask if anyone had seen or heard anything, another resident responded, claiming that someone had allegedly been going around town smashing car windows.
If you have experienced a similar incident or have seen or heard anything, please contact Newsport at [email protected].
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