Academia/Pomeroy Covered Bridge Vandalized

WGN PA-34-01

 

ACADEMIA, PA, June 18, 2009 - The Pomeroy-Academia Covered Bridge Renovation was completed in April and the Ribbon Cutting ceremony was held June 5. Now, After years of planning and hard work, the bridge is being attacked by vandals.

Two acts of vandalism are being investigated by the Pennsylvania State. The first incident occurred sometime between June 10 and June 11 when article of clothing was set on fire and some timbers were charred. The second incident, graffiti, occurred on the 16th.

The police have interviewed some juveniles but no charges were made.

Currently, the bridge is being watched by neighbors.