Two boys, aged 12 and 13, found themselves in serious trouble after causing major damage to a school library in Florida. What started as a reckless adventure ended with criminal charges and a lesson they will not soon forget.
Two boys, aged 12 and 13, found themselves in serious trouble after causing major damage to a school library in Florida. What started as a reckless adventure ended with criminal charges and a lesson they will not soon forget. The incident happened at Friendship Elementary School in Deltona. According to police, the boys first entered the school during the day on a Sunday. Later that night, they returned and caused even more destruction. Around 1 a.m., officers responded to a fire alarm at the school. When police arrived, they discovered a broken glass door and a library that had been heavily vandalized. Books were scattered across the floor, furniture had been thrown around, and the room was left in complete disarray. The damage was estimated to be about $50,000. At first, investigators had no idea who was responsible. They reviewed surveillance footage and released photos of the suspects to the public. Soon, tips began coming in from people who recognized the boys. Among those who con...