(Radio Iowa) – Marshalltown police have arrested four juveniles they say were involved in a recent vandalism spree. On January 13th, Marshalltown police began taking reports of vandalism throughout the community. The information from each incident was consistent and quickly believed to be linked together. A preliminary investigation by police revealed that several houses, businesses and other personal property had been shot at with BB guns, causing more than $10,000 in damage. On January 18th, the police identified and located the vehicle involved in the incidents. Upon further examination, officers located three juveniles inside the vehicle.

A search warrant was then obtained, which led to the discovery of a BB gun and a large quantity of BBs inside the vehicle. Upon further investigation, it was learned that four juvenile males had recently stolen multiple BB guns from a local business. It was later learned that the stolen BB guns had been used to inflict damage throughout Marshalltown.

The four juvenile males have each been charged with first degree criminal mischief and fifth degree theft. The case has been referred to juvenile court services.