Watch CBS News

Police Investigate Vandalism Of 3 Planes At Van Nuys Airport

VAN NUYS (CBSLA.com) — The vandalism of three airplanes at Van Nuys Airport is under investigation, authorities said Friday.

The crime happened about 9:20 p.m. Saturday, Los Angeles Airport Police Sgt. Belinda Joseph said.

"An unidentified male accessed the perimeter fence and entered the secure ramp area," Joseph said. "The suspect subsequently vandalized three aircraft. The extent of the damage is unknown at this time."

The suspect scaled the fence near Hayvenhurst Avenue and Valerio Street and escaped, Joseph said.

(©2016 CBS Local Media, a division of CBS Radio Inc. All Rights Reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Wire services contributed to this report.)

View CBS News In
CBS News App Open
Chrome Safari Continue
Be the first to know
Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting.