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Mothers turn in sons to Fla. deputies after library vandalism

The boys, 12 and 13, allegedly broke into the school twice, targeting the school’s media center and shattering glass doors, overturning tables and shredding books

DELTONA, Fla. — Two boys, ages 12 and 13, have been charged in connection with a destructive vandalism spree that caused an estimated $50,000 in damage to Friendship Elementary School in Deltona, ABC News reported.

The boys allegedly broke into the school twice on Sept. 13, once during the day and again later that night, targeting the school’s media center. Body camera video shared by the Volusia Sheriff’s Office shows extensive damage, including shattered glass doors, overturned tables, shelves, shredded books and graffiti.

According to investigators, the boys confessed to the vandalism after their mothers turned them in to authorities.

Both juveniles have been charged with burglary, trespassing, criminal mischief and theft.

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Joanna Putman is an Associate Editor and newswriter at Police1, where she has been covering law enforcement topics since August 2023. Based in Orlando, Florida, she holds a journalism degree from the University of Florida and spent two years working in nonprofit local newsrooms, gaining experience in community-focused reporting. Married to a law enforcement officer, she works hard to highlight the challenges and triumphs of those who serve and protect. Have a news tip? Email her at news@lexipol.com