A Kentucky woman is facing serious charges after authorities say she carried out a bizarre and costly string of vandalism attacks on her ex-boyfriend’s car. According to Madison District Court records, the damage—spread across five days in July—amounted to nearly $12,500, raising the case from simple mischief to a matter of major property destruction.
Police identified the suspect as 31-year-old Stephanie Calrquist of Richmond, who was taken into custody earlier this week. Court documents outline a series of intentional acts that investigators say were clearly aimed at sabotaging the victim’s vehicle in multiple ways and over multiple days.
A Pattern of Damage Over Several Days
The report describes a pattern of unusual, targeted vandalism. The windshield and rearview mirror were allegedly cracked, the radio screen was deliberately smashed, and the interior of the car was tampered with in ways that made the damage much more than cosmetic.
In one incident, authorities say glitter was poured directly into the vehicle’s air-conditioning vent—a move that can cause lasting mechanical issues due to the way fine particles spread through the system. Investigators also noted that salt had been dumped into the engine, a destructive act that can corrode metal components and lead to long-term engine failure if not addressed immediately.
These repeated actions resulted in thousands of dollars in repairs, pushing the total estimated damage to $12,486, according to the official assessment submitted to the court.
Calrquist was arrested and booked into the Madison County Detention Center on a $12,000 bond. She is scheduled to appear in court today, where she will face multiple charges related to the vandalism. Court officials have not yet released additional details regarding potential penalties, but charges involving property damage of this magnitude can carry substantial fines and possible jail time.
Local authorities say the ongoing nature of the incidents made the investigation unusually complex. Because the vandalism occurred over several days, investigators had to piece together multiple reports, surveillance checks, and statements before identifying a suspect and making the arrest.
While vandalism in the aftermath of breakups is not new, cases involving repeated and intentional destruction over several days have drawn increased attention from both law enforcement and the public. Experts note that property damage disputes often escalate when emotions run high, particularly in relationships that end abruptly or involve unresolved conflicts.
This case serves as a reminder of how personal disputes can turn into criminal matters that carry real and lasting consequences. Authorities urge anyone dealing with tense or volatile relationship situations to seek mediation, counseling, or legal assistance before issues reach a point of retaliation or harm.
As the case moves forward in Madison District Court, more details are expected to emerge regarding the circumstances that led to the alleged vandalism spree. For now, the incident stands as one of the more unusual property-damage investigations reported in the region this year.