Dearborn Heights Police search for vandals who seem to have taken a joyride on the Warren Valley Golf Course; repairs estimated in the “tens of thousands of dollars”

DEARBORN HTS. (WWJ) -- Police are searching for the vandals who rode an unauthorized golf cart onto the greens and bunkers at the Warren Valley Golf Course Saturday night.

According to Jason Pearsall, Managing Partner of Warren Valley, the suspects entered the facility through the construction entrance around 10:30 p.m.

The individuals allegedly drove recklessly, leaving tire marks on both the fairways and greens. Upon initial assessment, it was discovered that seven greens, along with a bunker and its surrounding area, suffered damage, as well as various sections of the adjacent fairways.

“Although repairs are underway and the course remains open, it will take several weeks to restore it to its previous state," Pearsall expressed in a Press Release, as the course has been on its way to complete recovery.

"We kindly request our valued golfing customers to exercise patience during this period. There is no justification for causing such extensive damage to a golf course.”

Security footage captured two or possibly three individuals in the cart. Police Chief Jerrod Hart is confident the perpetrators will be caught.

“We have received reports the golf cart is owned by a Dearborn Heights resident and has been observed driving in the area of the golf course," Chief Hart released.

"I strongly encourage the owner and those responsible turn themselves into the Dearborn Heights Police Department as investigative resources and time will be added to restitution fees. I am confident we will identify those responsible.”

Dearborn Hts. Mayor Bill Bazzi also expressed disappointment, highlighting the unnecessary nature of the vandalism. He said many golfers have commended the exceptional condition of the course since its reopening in April, after more than a year of being closed, and that it is unfortunate they will now face inconveniences while navigating around the areas under repair.

The estimated cost for repairs is expected to be upwards of $10,000.

Anyone who has information relevant to the investigation is encouraged to contact the Dearborn Heights Police Department (in confidence) at (313) 277-6770.

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