
Suspects accused of vandalizing Harriet Tubman School.
Two teenagers have been arrested in connection to a series of hate-related vandalism incidents in St. Catharines.
Investigators say around 8:00 a.m. on June 12th, police responded to a report of spray paint damage on a home on George Street near Catherine Street.
Officers continued to investigate the area, finding numerous vehicles and buildings were targeted, including the exterior of Harriet Tubman School.
A statue of Harriet Tubman was also vandalized with paint.
Police say the damage to the school took place on June 11th around 9:55 p.m.
The vandalism included racist and homophobic words and explicit images.
On August 20th, a 14 year old male from St. Catharines was arrested and a 15 year old male from Niagara Falls was charged the following day.
The suspects each face 13 counts of Mischief Under $5,000.
The teens were both released to their parents/guardians, and future court dates have been set.