Otterville residents have had enough of vandalism and drugs and they are speaking out in an effort to take back their community.

A group of residents is trying to raise community awareness about teenagers who have been roaming the streets looking for trouble.

The group includes Mike Sanders, Gail Lewis, Mae Leonard, Barbara and Colin Cope and Don Ryder.

According to the group, vandals have damaged the new Otterville playground. The assailants have burnt holes in the equipment which resulted in a plastic welder being hired to repair the damage, said Don Ryder. Now, Ryder is vigilant about watching the park.

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