Crime & Safety

2 People Wanted For Writing Graffiti On Dowling College Building: Cops

The 2 males painted several words on the historic building, police say.

OAKDALE, NY — Two people who painted graffiti at the former Dowling College property last month are currently sought after by Suffolk County police.

On March 8 at about 4:30 p.m., two males tagged "Love," "Alone," "soul," and "Cant23" on buildings at the property, located at 150 Idle Hour Blvd in Oakdale.

This is the second reported incidence of vandalism at the location this month. Last week, an 18-year-old confessed to police to throwing a rock in one of the building windows.

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The act was part of a social media challenge targeting historic buildings, police said.

Suffolk County Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest. Anyone with information can submit an anonymous tip by calling 1-800-220-TIPS or going online at www.P3Tips.com.

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