Man Arrested, Charged With Spray-Painting City Floodwall
A suspect, Daniel Kozee of Williamson, West Virginia, has been arrested and charged with two counts of destruction of property for spray-painting the city's floodwall along First Avenue.
Charleston Huntington, WV, November 6, 2026 —
Authorities have arrested a Williamson, West Virginia resident in connection with the vandalism of the city’s floodwall. Daniel Kozee, identified as being from Williamson, has been charged with two counts of destruction of property.
The charges stem from an incident involving the spray-painting of the city’s floodwall, located along First Avenue. The exact date of the incident was not provided in the available information.
The floodwall is a critical piece of infrastructure for Williamson, serving as a protective barrier against potential flooding. Vandalism of this nature can incur costs for cleanup and repair, in addition to posing potential risks if the integrity of the structure is compromised. Specific details regarding the extent of the damage or the cost of repairs were not immediately available.
The investigation leading to the arrest was conducted by local authorities. Further information regarding the timeline of the investigation, any additional individuals involved, or specific evidence leading to the charges was not disclosed.
Destruction of property, particularly public infrastructure, is a serious offense. The legal proceedings against Kozee are expected to follow standard judicial processes. The contractor responsible for the floodwall’s maintenance or repair was not identified.
Story summarized from the original created by WSAZ News Staff on www.wsaz.com, see more information here.
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