Less than a day after asking for help in finding an alleged vandal, Lyon County Crime Stoppers announced the capture of the suspect.
Crime Stoppers says Curtis Barker, 22, was arrested by Emporia Police shortly before 1:30 pm Tuesday. Barker was booked on suspicion of criminal damage, according to the Lyon County Jail roster.
Tuesday’s arrest followed a post Monday from Crime Stoppers, saying a suspect allegedly spray-painted the word “ZiP” on several downtown Emporia buildings as well as Emporia High and Walmart.
Formal charges are currently pending.
Crime Stoppers thanked the community for submitting anonymous tips that helped officers in this case.
