Wellington Parks Are Being Destroyed at Night and Residents Are Fed Up

The town of Wellington is a phenomenal place. I live on the border of Fort Collins and Wellington and absolutely love it. The people are generally kind, have great manners, and care about one another.

Wellington Raises Concern Over Park Vandalism

The town of Wellington posted on social media that there is a major problem within city limits. The post is raising awareness of a vandalism problem the Northern Colorado town has been dealing with.

Nighttime Vandalism Is Damaging Wellington Parks

The town of Wellington is having an issue with vandalism at night and is extremely frustrated. The vandalism is happening exclusively at their parks.

Arson and Property Destruction in Public Spaces

Slides and trash cans have suffered damage from arson. Additionally, public bathrooms are being intentionally destroyed, lights have been broken, trees are being intentionally broken, and motorbikes are ripping up public grass in parks.

Skatepark Damage Adds to Growing List of Incidents

Additionally, parts of the skatepark in Wellington have been destroyed. The town of Wellington posted photos, and you'll see that the arsonists are creating fires in slides in bathrooms and trying to destroy everything.

A Direct Message from the Town of Wellington

Here is what the town of Wellington said.

parks have become a nightly target for vandalism. And it’s not just “harmless fun.” It’s destruction. Costly, frustrating, and heartbreaking destruction.

Vandalism is not only a problem in the town of Wellington, but it is also a major problem across the state of Colorado.

Colorado’s Ongoing Struggle with Property Crime

Colorado currently has an F grade for property crime. Colorado happens to have one of the biggest issues with vandalism in the nation.