A teenager is arrested in Independence after an investigation by the Independence Police Department into a string of graffiti cases.

The first incident was reported in late June and the most recent was reported earlier this month. There were nine cases in total in which a unique symbol was either spray painted or written in a paint marker. Evidence discovered in the investigation led officers to a 14-year-old male. The teen cooperated with officers in the investigation and police arrested and charged him with several counts of criminal damage and felony criminal damage.

Officers believe at least 13 locations in Independence have been impacted. Chief Jerry Harrison says he would like to thank the businesses and volunteers that invested in successfully removing the graffiti.