Vandals Destroy Pembroke Park Police Decoy Vehicle During Street Takeover

Police Vehicle Vandalized During Street Takeover

• 🚨 Pembroke Park Police are searching for suspects involved in the vandalism of a parked police car on Sunday.
• 🎯 The incident occurred at a Racetrack gas station, where a group of individuals on ATVs and dirt bikes caused damage.

Suspects and Evidence

• 🔍 Videos show individuals climbing on and smashing the windshield of the decoy police vehicle.
• 💡 Police have recovered nine fingerprints from the damaged car.
• 🗣️ Authorities are appealing to the public for help in identifying at least three suspects.

Scope of the Incident

• 👥 The group is believed to consist of 90 to 150 people who engage in illegal street takeovers across South Florida.
• 😠 Law enforcement views the act as a disrespect to police officers and the Pembroke Park Community.

Costs and Charges

• 💰 The damage to the decoy patrol car, used for crime prevention, is estimated at $11,000.
• ⚖️ Police are investigating violations of traffic laws, criminal mischief, and vandalism.

Public Assistance Requested

• 📞 The Pembroke Park Police Department and Crim Stoppers are asking anyone with information to come forward.
• 📢 Tips can be provided by calling the police department or Crim Stoppers at 954-493-tips.