ITD closes rest area near Hagerman after vandals target bathroom

HAGERMAN, (CBS2) — A rest area south of Hagerman has been closed due to vandalism in a bathroom.

The Idaho Transportation Department says crews closed the site after three separate incidents.

“Our toilets, sinks and mirrors have been both stolen and destroyed beyond repair in the men’s and family assistance restrooms,” said Shawn Webb, ITD’s south-central Idaho facility manager. “While we don’t yet know the exact cost of this damage, we know it will be thousands of dollars to repair.”

In addition to the bathroom mess, someone drove on the grass and destroyed the landscaping.

“Our crews work hard to maintain the rest areas provided for convenience to the public,” stated Webb. “When we have not only one, but multiple incidents such as this, it is very disheartening.”

The Gooding County Sheriff's Office is investigating.

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