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Two Lee County Students Charged With Bus Vandalism

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LEE COUNTY, N.C. — Two Lee County High School students are charged with vandalizing 12 school buses.

Police say 17-year-old Dylan Pate and 18-year-old Michel Stewart slashed 21 tires. Officials said the teens caused $3,900 worth in damage.

Investigators said the teens hoped the prank would cancel classes.

The buses were delayed about 30 minutes while the tires were changed.

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