Businesses support police efforts with contributions to apprehend 'BB Gun Bandit'

JACKSONVILLE – Since Nov. 1, 2021, there have been in excess of 25 incidents of vandalism using a BB or pellet gun resulting in the destruction of glass windows. Damage is estimated at $25,000.

Cherokee County Crime Stoppers previously issued a $500 reward for information leading to an arrest, and have since increased their contribution to $1,000.

Jacksonville businesses have donated to the reward bringing the total to $3,000.

“I commend our businesses for bolstering the efforts of our men and women in blue,” said Mayor Randy Gorham, “Community support is critical for effective policing.”

Anyone with information should call Investigator Houston Munsinger at 903-339-3340; Crime Stoppers may be contacted at 903-586-STOP. Information may be submitted anonymously.