COLEBROOK TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Pennsylvania State Police at Lamar are investigating a vandalism and suspected arson incident that caused damage to multiple areas of the Colebrook Township Community Park and are asking for the public's assistance.

According to state police, troopers responded to the park, located at 2776 Farrandsville Road, after receiving a report of property damage.

The investigation determined that between July 8 and July 16, 2026, unknown individuals allegedly:

Burned multiple 6x6 pavilion posts.

Burned two picnic tables.

Damaged plastic electrical conduit.

Damaged the siding of an outbuilding.

Damaged additional boards on picnic tables.

Investigators also noted that the park has experienced a pattern of vandalism over the past several years, including damage to multiple pickleball nets, a brick wall, and a flag and flagpole.

During the investigation, troopers recovered a blue pocket knife with a white handle bearing the word "POLICE" and the initials "LM" written in blue marker, which had sustained burn damage. A torch with a yellow canister attached was also located at the scene.

Anyone with information regarding this incident or the previous acts of vandalism is asked to contact the Pennsylvania State Police at Lamar and reference Incident PA26-892516