Investigation Underway After Damage to Marlin High School Football Field
MARLIN, Texas – Authorities in Falls County are currently looking into an incident that occurred on New Year’s Eve, resulting in significant damage to the football field and scoreboard at Marlin High School. According to the school district, this unfortunate event involved not only the destruction of school property but also raised serious safety concerns within the community.
Reports indicate that the damage included broken gates, littered trash, and displaced soccer goals. The school district shared details via social media, confirming that gun shell casings were discovered scattered throughout the parking lot, adding to the alarming nature of the incident. Most notably, they mentioned that the new scoreboard was damaged, with suspicions that it might have been due to a gunshot or fireworks.
In their statement, the district expressed deep sadness over the “intentional destruction of our school facilities”, emphasizing that these resources are meant for the students. They noted that the overall state of the football field and surrounding area “was littered with trash and fireworks,” indicating a lack of respect for school property and a failure to honor the institution.
The school district is actively investigating the matter and is exploring ways to enhance security measures to prevent such incidents from happening again in the future. The community’s spirit and safety are at the forefront of their concerns, as they aim to restore the area affected by this disrespectful act.
As details continue to emerge, the Marlin community is urged to stay vigilant and report any suspicious behavior to help ensure the safety and integrity of their school facilities.
