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Flag Burned, Monuments Overturned in Vandalism at Weaver Cemetery

Weaver Cemetery Vandalism (Photo by Karen Northcutt)

Approximately 65 monuments were overturned and the U. S. Flag burned at the Veterans’ Memorial at Weaver Cemetery, according to Hopkins County Deputies. The damage was found Monday.

 

Hopkins County Sheriff’s Investigators are seeking the person or persons who overturned the headstones and burned the flag. One deputy stated that they should have an arrest sometime today.

 

A reward is being offered for the apprehension of the individual or individuals who carried out the vandalism.

Weaver Cemetery Vandalsim (Photo by Karen Northcutt)

Author: Staff Reporter

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