Man Arrested for Vandalizing Campbell Water Tower

Campbell police arrested Briley Bodemar, a 24-year-old from San Jose, after he was caught vandalizing the city's historic water tower early Sunday morning. The incident marks the third time the water tower has been vandalized since December 26, with another occurrence on January 9. Police were alerted around 2:25 a.m. and waited discreetly for over two hours until Bodemar voluntarily descended, at which point he was apprehended following a brief foot chase. Bodemar faces charges of felony vandalism, possession of graffiti tools, and resisting arrest. The tower, now restored by the city's Public Works department, holds significant historical value as it dates back to 1928 and reflects Campbell's agricultural heritage. Campbell Police Chief Gary Berg commended the community for their vigilance in reporting the crime, which enabled the successful capture and accountability of the suspect.