Water tower shot twice in three months costs $5,000 to repair, deputies say

BLADEN COUNTY, N.C. — A Bladen County water tower has been shot twice in the last few months, according to officers.

Deputies said they are looking for the person who shot the water tower on Highway 242 near Bladen Memorial Gardens Cemetary Thursday around 9 p.m. The tower was previously shot in January.

“This is a very expensive repair for the county, costing us about $5,000 each time it is repaired. The tank has to be emptied, patched and welded and causes much inconvenience for the county water customers,“ said Bladen County General Services Manager Kip McClary.

Officials said a reward is being offered for information that leads to an arrest of the person responsible. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Bladen County Sheriff’s Office tip line at 910-874-5238.

This is an ongoing investigation. Check back with wsoctv.com for updates.

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