The Police Department recently received report of Vandalism at the Helmich Stevens School in Sint Peters, where unknown youngster have entered the school premises and vandalized some of the equipment and property of the school. The vandalism took place recently since the school vacation has started. It is unfortunate that youngsters commit these acts destruction, not knowing the amount of damage and setback to the operation of the school this causes. In this case the culprits used expanding foam, causing damage to the air-conditioning, water cooler, carpets, windows etc. The culprits even tried to break into one of the rooms of the school. Mrs. Asha Stevens has indicated the she will follow-up by stationing a security guard at the school, which is an additional expense, during the school holidays.
The Police Department is asking all parents living in that area not to go onto the school premises without permission and cause any unnecessary damage to the schools. Police patrols will be paying extra attention to this situation.
