by Wisconsin – Shocking footage captured on a doorbell camera shows a group of six teens setting a parked car on fire in the early hours of a Thursday morning, leaving neighbors rattled and the community outraged.
Doorbell Camera Captures Reckless Act
The video, reportedly recorded shortly after 1 a.m., shows the hooded teens surrounding a white car parked on a quiet residential street. The vandals appeared calm at first, casually observing as another car drove by. Then, one of the teens threw a large stone, shattering the car’s window. Moments later, the same individual ignited an object and threw the flames into the vehicle’s passenger seat.
The fire quickly escalated, engulfing the car in flames, while the other teens attempted to throw random objects at the burning vehicle. One was heard shouting, “Janiyah, the other way!” as the group tried to flee the scene.
Neighbor Intervenes
A neighbor, alarmed by the eruption of fire and the blaring car alarm, rushed to the porch captured on the camera and attempted to ring the doorbell multiple times, alerting nearby residents. The video went viral after being posted on social media, drawing widespread condemnation from viewers.
The person who shared the footage wrote:
“Thank GOD it wasn’t my car, but my Benz was parked right in front of it and my Hummer across the street! I’m glad my neighbor rang my camera to wake me.”
Community Reaction
The incident sparked outrage online, with many questioning the teens’ supervision. Comments included:
- “Where are these kids’ parents at 1 a.m. on a damn Thursday night!”
- “Wtf…Where are the parents???”
Residents expressed relief that no one was injured and that the fire did not spread to nearby vehicles.
Investigation Status
Authorities have not yet released details regarding an official investigation, or whether the arson was a targeted attack or random act of vandalism. Local law enforcement may review the doorbell footage to identify the teens involved.
Public Safety Concerns
The incident raises broader concerns about juvenile supervision, arson prevention, and neighborhood safety, especially during late-night hours. Law enforcement agencies often encourage residents to report suspicious behavior immediately and utilize surveillance systems like doorbell cameras to assist investigations.
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