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While major crimes dropped in Boise, graffiti continued to rise in 2011. Graffiti reports are up 261 percent compared to a year ago. Boise coppers said a small number of offenders, perhaps two dozen people, were responsible for the majority of graffiti crimes. Seriously folks, maybe you should invest in some art classes and find a better outlet for your creativity than putting initials on street signs.
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