Reward offered for information on vandalization

Michaela Ramm

The ISU Police Department is offering a reward for any information regarding the vandalism of the George Washington Carver statue on campus.

The statue, located outside of Carver Hall, was defaced sometime between 1 and 4 p.m. Nov. 13. ISU Police reported that the statue was damaged by a substance believed to be shaving cream, which is corrosive.

According to a Facebook post from the police, authorities “are continuing to investigate the crime; however, [they] have not received any tips.”

Witnesses are encouraged to come forward with any information regarding this incident. Anonymous tips are accepted.

Authorities can be contacted at ISU Police at 515-294-4428, the Ames Police Department at 515-239-5133 or the Story County Crime Stoppers at 515-382-7577. Witnesses can also text “STORYCOUNTY” plus the tip to 847411.