LatviaPublished: 17 August 2026 at 10:01

Police in Dobele search for vandals who destroyed flower beds

State Police are looking for individuals who damaged flower beds and road signs in Dobele on the night of August 4-5. The incident was reported by the State Police.

The State Police (VP) have launched a search for individuals responsible for damage caused in the town of Dobele overnight between August 4 and 5.

According to information provided by the State Police, both flower beds and road signs were damaged during the night. The incident has been classified as vandalism, and police are appealing to the public for assistance in identifying those responsible.

The extent of the material damage and the number of people involved remain unknown at this time. The State Police continue to investigate the circumstances of the case.

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