Porterville man arrested after slashing the tires on 32 cars, police say

PORTERVILLE, Calif. (KFSN) -- A Porterville man is behind bars, accused of slashing the tires of 32 cars.

23-year-old Ernesto Anguiano was arrested on Sunday.

Police had received dozens of reports of vehicle vandalism throughout Porterville, resulting in $6,400 in damage.

The suspect was identified and found walking on plano avenue near chase street.

Officers say they saw him throw a knife as they approached him.

He was taken into custody and booked for felony vandalism with a $25,000 bail.

Anyone with more information about the crimes is asked to contact Porterville Police.