Security footage reviewed in Cavendish graffiti investigation
Vermont State Police say a Cavendish graffiti investigation is underway following an incident of vandalism at DG Bodyworks in Cavendish early on May 20, 2026. Authorities responded to the scene around 4:50 a.m. after receiving reports of graffiti on the storefront.
According to police reports, security footage revealed that at approximately 1:55 a.m., an unidentified individual used purple spray paint to deface the business’s front windows. The graffiti included messages, one of which read “Free Palestine,” while another contained derogatory language directed at Israel. The police are treating the incident as a potential hate crime and will notify the Attorney General’s Office for further evaluation under the Bias Incident Reporting System.
As the investigation continues, police are seeking assistance from the public. Anyone with information regarding the suspect or the event is encouraged to contact the Vermont State Police in Westminster at 802-722-4600 or submit an anonymous tip online.
Charges have not yet been filed, and the case remains under review. Court dates and potential charges may evolve as the investigation progresses.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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