Repeated vandalism closes Grove Park Pool in Kansas City, Missouri

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Grove Park Pool is closed “until further notice” due to repeated acts of vandalism.

The Kansas City, Missouri, Parks and Recreation Department posted the closure Wednesday morning.

KSHB 41 spoke Tuesday with Donald Strother Sr., manager of aquatic recreation for the city.

He said vandals have broken doors and locks to get in. Other incidents include turning on the water slide and throwing chairs and lifeguard stands into the pool.

Since the first incident on July 21, the pool has been hit each day, per Parks and Rec.

The Kansas City, Missouri, Police Department said officers were last called to the pool Tuesday afternoon to take a report of property damage.

Police said a door and some pool equipment were damaged, though they were unsure of the exact time of the crime.

While an investigation is underway, there have not been any arrests or charges filed, per KCPD.

Strother wants the community to remain vigilant.

"If you see something, say something. We want to make sure that everyone's being safe," he said.

Parks and Rec said a security guard will be posted at the pool Wednesday night, and the city is looking into the cost of security for the rest of the summer.

The department will share updates “if and when” the pool is ready to reopen. Normal pool hours are noon to 7 p.m.

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