Schenectady police arrest man accused of vandalizing 45 Durham buses, causing major damage

The Schenectady Police Department said 25-year-old Nicolas Persaud of Schenectady, was arrested in connection with vandalism reported at the Durham Bus Company on Oct.

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11, 2026. Police said Persaud is charged with one count of second-degree criminal mischief.

The investigation remains ongoing, and additional charges may be filed, police said. Schenectady police arrest man accused of vandalizing 45 Durham buses, causing major damage

Investigators say Persaud of damaged multiple windows, mirrors, emergency doors and cameras on approximately 45 buses. Police estimated the total damage at around $30,000.