DE SOTO, Mo. — The De Soto Police Department is investigating vandalism at the City Cemetery, where dozens of gravestones were toppled.
Chief Jeff McCreary said residents reported the damage Feb. 18 after they drove by and saw the overturned stones. Police officers found 64 damaged or vandalized stones, but based on discoloration to the stones and moss growing in cracks on the stones, it was apparent some of them had been vandalized some time ago.
"Anyone with information should call us at 636-586-8891,” he said.
During the Feb. 20 city council meeting, city leaders agreed to offer a reward for any information leading to the prosecution of the vandals and discussed the possibility of placing cameras in or around the cemetery.
“Also, if anyone would like to donate to the cemetery to assist in the cost to repair the damaged property, they can do so by coming to City Hall,” City Manager Todd Melkus said.
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