3 boys accused of puncturing tires, spray painting property in Janesville

JANESVILLE, Wis. — Janesville police say three teenage boys were arrested after a tip in an investigation into numerous incidents of vandalism on the city’s northeast side late Friday or early Saturday.

Three boys, ages 13, 15, and 17, were arrested on suspicion of seven counts of criminal damage to property. They were released to their parents.

Police said 10 vehicles had their tires punctured, and three victims had yellow spray paint on their property. The vandals also spray painted an Ice Age Trail bulletin board on Randolph Road.

Police are asking anyone with additional information about the vandalism incidents to call the department at 608-755-3100 or, Janesville Area Crime Stoppers at 608-756-3636. Tipsters can also download the free “P3 Tips” app and submit anonymous crime tips.

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