Florida Moms Turned In Their Own Sons After $50,000 School Damage—What Police Found Shocked Everyone
Two Florida boys, ages 12 and 13, are facing serious charges after authorities said they caused more than $50,000 in damage inside an elementary school.
According to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office, the boys allegedly entered Friendship Elementary School in Deltona during the day and later returned at night.
Inside the school library, investigators said the pair threw books across the floor, damaged furniture, broke a glass door, and spray-painted parts of the building.
But the situation reportedly became even more unusual when the boys allegedly returned to look at the damage they had caused.
Their return also triggered a fire alarm, bringing deputies to the school.
The Photos Revealed the Damage
Images released by authorities showed the library in complete disarray.
Books were scattered throughout the room, furniture had been damaged, and parts of the media center had been vandalized.
Investigators also released surveillance footage showing two suspects entering the school with their faces covered.
Tips began coming in after the footage was shared publicly.
Then police received an unexpected lead.
Their Own Mothers Contacted Police
According to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office, both boys’ mothers contacted authorities after recognizing their children.
The sheriff’s office said the boys eventually confessed to the incident.
Authorities said the damage totaled at least $50,000.
The two boys were identified by the sheriff’s office as 12-year-old Felix Cohen Romero and 13-year-old Bentley Ryan Wehrly.
Serious Charges Followed
Authorities said each boy faces multiple charges, including burglary, trespassing on school grounds, criminal mischief and theft.
Because the suspects are minors, the case will proceed through the juvenile justice system.
The incident quickly generated strong reactions online, especially because the boys’ mothers chose to contact authorities themselves.
Many commenters praised the parents for holding their children accountable despite how difficult that decision may have been.
Others suggested that the boys should have to participate in cleaning or repairing the damage they allegedly caused.
Whatever happens next, the case has left many people focused on one part of the story:
The boys’ own mothers were the ones who helped police identify them.
And that decision could have consequences far beyond the $50,000 in property damage.
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