malicious mischief

noun

1. willful destruction of personal property motivated by ill will or resentment toward its owner or possessor.

Word History and Origins

Origin of malicious mischief¹

First recorded in 1760–70

Example Sentences

“We’re not aware of any kind of motive other than just malicious mischief,” Azusa Police Lt Jake Bushey told local news.

From BBC

“We’re not aware of any kind of motive other than just malicious mischief,” Lt.

From New York Times

Michael Phipps, 50, pleaded guilty in Pierce County Superior Court to stalking, first-degree malicious mischief, three counts of violation of a no-contact order and disclosing intimate images, The News Tribune reported.

From Seattle Times

Milne, who is white, also was charged with first-degree malicious mischief for causing more than $100,000 worth of property damage, charging papers say.

From Seattle Times

The two people seen in the SUV are suspected of reckless driving and malicious mischief, Kirkland police Sgt.

From Seattle Times