Pocatello Police arrest 2 in connection with church vandalism
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) - UPDATE 10/20/22: The Pocatello Police Department Street Crimes Unit on Thursday located and arrested two suspects in connection with the vandalism that had occurred at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints building located on S. 7th Ave.
The original vandalism occurred on Oct. 14, 2022, at around 3:30 a.m.
Police did not release any more details on the suspects.
ORIGINAL: The Pocatello Police Department responded to vandalism that occurred Friday in the early morning hours.
Two churches in the area of 7th Avenue and Lewis Street were damaged, and one church was entered.
Police have identified possible suspects based on video surveillance and evidence left at the scene.
There is no evidence at this time that would lead investigators to believe this was a hate crime.
If anyone has information, contact the Pocatello Police Department at 208-234-6100.
