US Edition3 Teens Arrested In 'Despicable' Tarrytown Lighthouse Arson, Vandalism: Police
- Over the weekend, authorities in Westchester County apprehended four people in connection with arson and vandalism at Sleepy Hollow’s historic Tarrytown Lighthouse.
- The damage was discovered Saturday morning around 9:40 AM after the lighthouse reopened last fall following a $3.4 million, two-year renovation.
- Eighteen-Year-Old Elvin Ayavaca from White Plains and nineteen-year-old Richard Barrero of Harrison have appeared in Sleepy Hollow Village Court, where they were formally charged with felony counts of arson, burglary, and criminal mischief.
- A 17-year-old suspect facing juvenile charges appeared before the Youth Division of Westchester County Court, while authorities continue to search for a fourth 17-year-old individual who is anticipated to turn themselves in soon.
- Initial estimates put the total damage at approximately $100,000, including fire-related harm to the flooring on the ground level, broken windows, and the loss of valuable antiques. As a result, public tours have been halted, and an investigation is ongoing.
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Police arrest 3 teens in connection with Tarrytown Lighthouse arson_ vandalism
Arson causes significant damage to Tarrytown Lighthouse A look at the damage to the Tarrytown Lighthouse, a few days after an arson and vandalism spree, June 3, 2025 in Sleepy Hollow. Three suspects, including one juvenile, have been charged with arson, burglary, and criminal mischief at the Tarrytown Lighthouse.The damage, estimated at $100,000, includes fire damage, broken windows, and destruction of antiques and historical items.The vandalism…
3 teens arrested for trashing, burning historic Sleepy Hollow lighthouse in ‘heartbreaking’ fire
Baby-faced firebugs Elvin Ayavaca, 18, of White Plains and Richard Barrero, 19, of Harrison along with an unidentified 17-year-old are accused of causing at least $100,000 in damages to the charming 142-year-old landmark, the Westchester County Police said in a press release.
3 Teens Arrested In 'Despicable' Tarrytown Lighthouse Arson, Vandalism: Police
3 Teens Arrested In 'Despicable' Tarrytown Lighthouse Arson, Vandalism: Police - Tarrytown-Sleepy Hollow, NY - The 4th suspect in the destruction at the Hudson Valley landmark is expected to turn himself in soon, according to Westchester DA Cacace.
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