Tires vandalized
McCOOK, Nebraska -- The McCook Police Department received approximately 40 complaints of vehicles having a tire or tires slashed overnight in an area west of West Fifth Street and north of J Street.
Witness reports have been received that two people wearing dark colored hoodies were in the area of the crimes during the same timeframe.
The police department is asking anyone with information on these crimes or any other to contact the police department at (308) 345-3450 or Crimestoppers at (866) 345-5440.
Crimestoppers also can be contacted online at www.crimestoppers.swnebr.com. If your information leads to an arrest of suspect or suspects, you may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000 and you can remain anonymous. The McCook Police Department is continuing to investigate the matter.
The department also is reminding everyone that there are some simple steps you can take to avoid becoming a victim of a crime. If you park your car on the street, lock your doors. If items of value are kept in your vehicle, keep them out of sight. If possible, park in a well-lighted area and call the police if you witness suspicious persons or activity in your neighborhood.