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Police: suspect wanted for damage to Angel Memorial Garden in Parker turns self in

Police: suspect wanted for damage to Angel Memorial Garden in Parker turns self in
Police: suspect wanted for damage to Angel Memorial Garden in Parker turns self in 01:28

Police in Parker said the teenager wanted for causing damage to Angel Memorial Garden at McCabe Meadows Park has turned himself into authorities. The garden serves as a memorial for child loss. 

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Between November 21, 2023, and December 5, 2023, a total of 11 trees at Angel Memorial Garden at McCabe Meadows Park.  Parker Police Dept.

Police said the 16-year-old male turned himself in after investigators urged the community to help with the case. The suspect has not been identified because of his age. Police said the teen is a resident of Parker. They are not looking for any additional suspects. 

Investigators said the suspect is believed to be involved in multiple criminal mischief incidents between Nov. 21 and Dec. 5. During that time frame, a total of 11 trees at the park, located at 19700 Indian Pipe Lane in Parker, and the Salisbury Equestrian Park at 11920 N Motsenbocker Road were either cut down or damaged. 

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  Angel Memorial Garden at McCabe Meadows Park in Parker.  Parker Police Dept.

Playground equipment was also damaged and two wooden posts in the same areas were damaged. 

The total damage estimates are $16,600. 

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