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Two Rowan University Students Charged With Vandalism, $6,000 in Damages and Repairs

Two Rowan University students have been charged with vandalizing the town of Glassboro, New Jersey’s Christmas display and a parking garage last week, resulting in approximately $6,000 in damages and repairs, Daily Voice reported.

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19-year-olds Matthew Lubicky and William Fowler were charged with obstruction, disorderly conduct and criminal mischief in connection with the Dec. 4 incident, according to police. Fowler was also charged with resisting arrest.

Witnesses said a man climbed the Glassboro Town Square Christmas tree, removed the star and fled on foot.

Some lights were disconnected, multiple tree branches were removed, a Santa hat decoration was toppled and the support frame was damaged, according to police.

Video of the incident helped identify the two.

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