Corvallis drivers attacked with unknown projectiles

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By KVAL Web Staff

CORVALLIS, Ore. -- A car window struck by a projectile shattered inches from a passenger's head, one of at least five vehicles damaged July 14 and July 21.

Corvallis police have responded to numerous reports of vehicles being struck by unknown projectiles in the area of SW Philomath Boulevard between SW 15th Street and SW 26th Street.

The specific type or types of projectile being used may include rocks and/or pellet guns, according to police.

The projectiles have caused several thousand dollars in damage, according to police.

Vehicles have suffered major dents and deep scratches, as well as broken windows.

Anyone with information related to these cases is asked to contact Officer Brian Stahl or Officer Nick Hurley at (541) 766-6924.

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