Crime & Safety
Delaware County, Pennsylvania Sports Field Damaged By ATVs, Causing Thousands Of Dollars In Damages
"The issue that we're having is the field is unplayable now," Sgt. Mark McKinney, of the Ridley Township Police Department, said.
January 12, 2026
A sports field at Ridley Municipal Park in Delaware County has been shut down after police say off-road vehicles tore up the grass following a mid-December snowstorm, causing thousands of dollars in damage and threatening spring sports for hundreds of local children.
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Ridley Township police say the field is now unsafe and unplayable after individuals illegally drove all-terrain vehicles and a dune buggy across the grass, leaving deep ruts and torn-up turf.
"The issue that we're having is the field is unplayable now," Sgt. Mark McKinney, of the Ridley Township Police Department, said.
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