Police investigate bus shelter vandalism, seek tips from the public

The Edmonton Police Service is seeking tips from the public regarding a vandalism spree that resulted in significant damage to more than 40 bus shelters across the city. On Tuesday, May 5, 2020, a citizen reported to police a series of damaged bus shelters located northbound on 142 Street in the area of 91 Avenue. Upon consultation with the City of Edmonton, investigators discovered that 43 shelters had been damaged across the city to date, including 11 bus shelters along 142 Street between 89 Avenue and 121A Avenue, three bus shelters along 87 Avenue between 149 Street and 172 Street, four bus shelters along 109 Street between 65 Avenue and University Avenue and two bus shelters along 82 (Whyte) Avenue between 110 Street and 112 Street.

At this time, officers believe the vandal(s) targeted the bus shelters overnight between Monday, May 4 and Wednesday, May 6, 2020.  All the shelters reportedly had one or more glass panes smashed and total damages have been estimated at approximately $30,000. 

Officers continue to investigate this series and are asking anyone who may have witnessed the vandalism to contact police. Investigators are also asking any vehicle owners or homeowners that live close to a damaged bus shelter and have dash cam or home security video footage that was active during this time period to review their video and contact police if they note any suspicious activity.