Vandals cause over $100,000 in damage at popular sports complex in South Carolina

In the small town of Sumter, South Carolina, a sports complex was vandalized over the weekend, resulting in damages worth over $100,000. The Sumter Police Department is currently investigating the case and seeking any information that can help identify the person(s) responsible for the crime. A reward of up to $5,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest.

The vandalism occurred after closing hours at 8 p.m. on Sunday and was discovered the following morning at Patriot Park sports complex. A passerby noticed a possible break-in at the facility and alerted authorities. The damage included graffiti made with black paint taken from the park’s storage area. Equipment and electronics such as heating and air conditioning units, computers, camera/security systems, concession stands, and restrooms were damaged.

Officials at Sumter County Government expressed disappointment at the vandalism, as Patriot Park is a popular venue that draws around 350,000 people annually for soccer, softball, and baseball games and tournaments. Despite the damage, they are committed to repairing and cleaning up the area and moving forward. They support the efforts of law enforcement in bringing the responsible parties to justice.

If anyone witnessed any suspicious activity in the vicinity of the sports complex between Sunday evening and Monday morning or has any information about this incident that could help identify those responsible for this act of vandalism please contact Sumter Police Department immediately or submit tips through Crime Stoppers website P3tips or using P3tips app.