question 5b

5b) vandalism has lots of effects on the community. It affects families when their properties are being vandalized by others, they would have to clean up and repair everything. It also affects people who are working when they are working in a vandalized, rundown and dirty environment; it affects the employee’s performance and dedication to the company. Sometimes vandalism affects animals, example when a property is being burnt, if the blaze is not properly controlled, it may spread to anything that is nearby and sometimes the homes of animals. If an area is vandalized by toxic chemicals, it may kill any near-by animals. If arson is committed, it will release carbon dioxide which is very harmful to the environment. The owner of the vandalized would have to pay for the damages caused by vandalism. It releases harmful substances into the environment and defaces properties which cause negative effects on those around it.