Weekend vandalism causes the closure of a popular playground in Miami.

 The city of Miami has announced the closure of the Pirate Ship playground due to vandalism over the weekend. An unknown suspect or suspect kicked out several porthole windows on the play equipment located on the Miami Splash Pad. The park will be closed temporarily until new parts can be obtained and the repairs can be made.

The Pirate Ship playground was installed in 2022 thanks to a $24,000 tobacco settlement endowment trust grant. The playgournd features pirate-themed equipment including slides, a climbing area, crow's nest, walking bridge, and a swing set.

Photo courtesy City of Miami, OK