Vandals Smash 12 Cars at Sidney Dealership in Shocking Incident

BREAKING: In a shocking incident early on September 26, 2025, three young vandals were caught on camera smashing 12 cars at Ebanks Auto Sales in Sidney, British Columbia. The brazen act, which has left the dealership owner reeling, resulted in an estimated damage cost of $30,000 to $50,000.

According to dealership owner Paul Ebanks, the chaos unfolded overnight when a nearby worker alerted him that something was amiss at the lot. “She called and said, ‘Hey, I just wanted to let you know I’m parking my car here and I noticed that all your windows on all your cars had been smashed,’” Ebanks recalled, highlighting the urgency of the situation.

When Ebanks arrived at the dealership, he discovered extensive damage: broken windows, major dents, and even footprints left behind on a vehicle hood. The surveillance footage proved invaluable, revealing three hooded and masked suspects wreaking havoc on multiple cars.

“It appears they were trying to steal Kias in particular,” Ebanks stated. However, their efforts to pilfer the vehicles were futile. Instead, they vandalized the cars by smashing windows and stomping on hoods. “They hammered windows, kicked off side mirrors, and even used a large rock to pound massive dents in car hoods,” he explained.

In a twist of fate, the suspects attempted to disable the surveillance cameras but failed. “He went out back and grabbed a stool… Foolishly he hit the wrong one because everything they did was caught on the other camera,” Ebanks noted, emphasizing the ineptitude of the young vandals.

The trio was not only careless in their actions but also left behind crucial evidence, including sneaker footprints and timing details that helped police identify them. They were seen fleeing northbound beside the Pat Bay Highway, with motion streetlights capturing their escape.

Authorities confirmed that all three suspects have been arrested, bringing a measure of relief to Ebanks, who expressed forgiveness despite the significant damages. “They have bigger problems than the ones they created for me,” he said, adding, “Thank God it wasn’t worse.”

As the investigation continues, Ebanks hopes that the incident serves as a lesson for the young offenders. “Best case scenario for me is that these kids look back and never do something like this again,” he stated, highlighting the human impact of this senseless act.

This incident marks a disturbing trend in vandalism at dealerships, raising concerns about security and safety in the community. Local law enforcement is urging residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities.

For ongoing updates about this developing story, stay tuned.