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El Paso Museum Seeks Help After Medicine Mandala Vandalism Incident

KTSM••Melissa Luna
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A medicine mandala at the El Paso Museum of History was vandalized on March 5, prompting Crime Stoppers of El Paso to seek public assistance in identifying the suspect. The incident was captured on video, showing an individual entering the museum and damaging the artwork. This act of vandalism not only affects the museum's reputation but also the cultural significance of the mandala. Community members are encouraged to come forward with any information that could lead to the identification of the perpetrator.

Key Details: • Incident occurred on March 5, 2023. • Video evidence is available showing the suspect. • Public assistance is requested to identify the vandal.

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