The Strathcona Standard

  More than a dozen vehicles were vandalized in downtown Campbell River early this morning, leaving tens of thousands of dollars worth of damage and broken glass.

  Vehicles of all types were vandalized in the block east of Mariner Square on Dogwood Street, mostly vehicles at new and used car dealerships in the area. Campbell River RCMP were called downtown just before 4 am Tuesday morning, and arrested an individual on the spot in connection with the vandalism. They have a 28-year-old male in custody and the investigation continues.

  Vehicles outside Tyee Chevrolet, Pacific Nations, Like New Car Care, and Rollin’ Island Autos were vandalized in the early morning hours of February 24. Most of the damage was broken glass and dents caused by a hand tool.

  The bus shelter on the west side of Dogwood Street outside the Dairy Queen was also vandalized, with all but one glass panel shattered. Property damage was also reported to one of the buildings used by Pacific Nations.

  Police do not yet have an estimate for the total amount of damage caused, but with more than a dozen vehicles impacted, it will likely run into the tens of thousands of dollars.  

  In a statement posted on social media this morning, Rollin’ Island Autos said the damage was significant. 

  “While we are incredibly grateful that our dealership is safe and that none of our customers’ vehicles were affected, 7 of our inventory units were unfortunately damaged, with several windows smashed,” the company statement says. “As a result, our available inventory on the lot is currently limited while these vehicles are being assessed and repaired at our body shop. We truly appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to get everything back to normal.”

The dealer also thanked the community for being supportive while it deals with the incident’s aftermath.