Vandalism

Vandalism

The Watertown Police Department is looking for assistance from the public with regards to a rash of recent vandalisms.

The Watertown Police Department is looking for assistance from the public with regards to a rash of recent vandalisms.

Between October 10th and 14th, the police department responded to four reported incidents of windows being destroyed by an unknown person(s) shooting them with BBs. The reported damage occurred in the 700 block of 1st Ave NE, the 200 block of 2nd St SE and the 1100 block of 3rd Ave SE. One of the victim locations is a local church. The total damage reported is in excess of $5000.

The WPD is seeking assistance from the public in solving these crimes. You may remain anonymous and any tip can be called directly to the Watertown Police Department at 882-6210 or reported online through https://www.watertownsd.us/FormCenter/Police-6/Submit-a-Tip-150

A cash reward is being offered for any information leading to the arrest and conviction of the offender(s).

State Park Entrance Licenses Available for 2020

The 2020 annual park entrance license for South Dakota's state parks and recreation areas is available for purchase.

The 2020 park entrance license is valid from Oct. 1, 2019, through May 23, 2021. An annual park entrance license is $30. Purchasers of one license can also buy a second at half price. The license is required for entrance into designated state parks, recreation areas and lakeside use areas, although it does not cover camping costs or additional fees.

South Dakota state parks offer a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, biking, kayaking, disc golf, fishing, archery and bird watching.

Entrance licenses can be purchased online at campsd.com, at local state park offices or by calling 1.800.710.2267.

The new license features an owl. In 2020 South Dakota State Parks will host a series of night-themed events and programming.