Sanger Men Arrested in Connection with Slingshot Vandalism Spree at Businesses

By Anthony W. Haddad

Published 1 month ago on

November 4, 2024

Sanger men were arrested for their involvement in a vandalism spree that damaged multiple local businesses and residences, causing over $5,000 in estimated damages. (GV Wire File)

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A recent vandalism spree that struck multiple businesses and a residential complex in Sanger has led to the arrest of two suspects, Thomas Ramirez Sr., 46, and a teenager, the Sanger Police Department said in a statement.

Reports of smashed windows at local spots like Chipotle, Jack in the Box, Anytime Fitness, Burger King, and McDonald’s surfaced on Friday.

The suspects also allegedly hit a residence at Country Creek Apartments on 5th Street and North Bethel Avenue in Sanger.

Officers investigating the damage uncovered 3/8-inch steel balls — commonly used with a slingshot — at some of the sites.

City surveillance cameras soon led investigators to a maroon 2020 Ram pickup truck spotted near the targeted locations. Police traced the truck to Ramirez, who is the registered owner.

At his residence, officers found a box of steel ammunition and a slingshot matching evidence from the crime scenes.

They arrested Ramirez, along with a 17-year-old who also lives in the home, in connection with the vandalism.

Damages across the affected properties are estimated to exceed $5,000.

The suspects could face multiple felony charges, including vandalism and conspiracy.

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Anthony W. Haddad,

Multimedia Journalist

Anthony W. Haddad, who graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with his undergraduate degree and has an MBA at Fresno State, is the Swiss Army knife of GV Wire. He writes stories, manages social media, and represents the organization on the ground.