Moses Lake to use more cameras

MOSES LAKE — Surveillance cameras will be placed throughout Moses Lake in high crime areas to deter graffiti and vandalism.

The cameras are paid for through a Justice Assistance Grant.

“The cameras will be placed at various locations within the city to deter and apprehend those responsible for damage to public and private property,” stated Moses Lake police Chief Dean Mitchell.

The reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction of someone responsible for graffiti or breaking windows was increased to $2,000, he noted. Previously the police department offered a $500 reward but it increased after several business owners offered reward money due to frustration with the vandalism.

Police reported there was a rash a subjects shooting at windows with BB guns causing them to shatter.

Anyone with information can contact Det. Juan Rodriguez at the Moses Lake Police Department by calling 509-766-9230.

— Staff report