15-03-2025
Woodbridge PD find swastikas, other messages spray painted on signs, man arrested
WOODBRIDGE, Conn. (WTNH) — A Woodbridge man was arrested Thursday night after reports of vandalism, according to police.
Phillip Bachelder, 30, was arrested after police allegedly witnessed him discarding red spray paint cans in the area of Johnson Road and Pease Road.
Officers discovered lawn signs with 'We Stand With America,' 'Pedo,' 'Nazi' and several swastikas spray painted red on them.
Person of interest sought in connection to vandalism at Meriden City Hall
Bachelder was charged with second-degree intimidation based on bigotry or bias, third-degree criminal mischief, simple trespassing and disorderly conduct.
He was released after posting $10,000 bond and will appear in New Haven Superior Court on March 27 for arraignment.
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