ASOTIN, WA – The Asotin Police Department is looking into vandalism of the “Welcome to Asotin” sign, located at Baumeister Drive (also known as Asotin Creek Road) and Highway 129, that was vandalized earlier yesterday.
The incident was discovered at approximately 1:30 PM, when it was found that someone had spray-painted the words “Kill Trump” in red on the sign.
The last known report indicated that the sign was not vandalized at around 12:00 noon. The sign was seen by citizens and appeared intact at that time. The vandalism had to have occurred between Noon and 1:30 PM.
Additionally, there have been reports of similar acts of vandalism along the bike path between Asotin and Critchfield Road. The department is actively investigating these incidents in conjunction with this incident and is committed to maintaining the safety and integrity of our community.
In response to the vandalism, the sign has been taken down for repairs and restoration. The department encourages anyone with information related to these incidents or who witnessed any suspicious activity in the area to come forward.
If you have any information about the vandalism or witnessed any suspicious activity, please contact the Asotin Police Department at 509-758-2331.
