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'No place in our community': Orange Village resident's garage door defaced with antisemitic message

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Orange Village police are investigating numerous acts of vandalism on Tuesday.

In a neighborhood on the north side of the village, police said two residents' garage doors were defaced with spray paint.

One of the garage doors was marked with a Jewish symbol of hate, police said.

"This vile and abhorrent attack has no place in our community, and every resource will be utilized in our investigation into those responsible," Orange Village police said in a statement.

Detectives investigating the vandalism are working with the Jewish Federation of Cleveland, police said.

"Acts of vandalism and hate will not be tolerated in our community," Orange Village police said. "The Orange Village Police Department is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all residents."

Anyone with information regarding the vandalism is asked to call Orange Village police at 440-287-5233.

On Friday, Orange Village Mayor Judson Kline sent the following statement regarding the vandalism:

"I want to provide an update on the recent vandalism of two homes on Orangewood Drive. Both of the houses were painted with graffiti and one was also painted with a symbol of hate. In an effort to identify the individual or individuals responsible and prosecute them, the Orange Police Department is currently investigating these reprehensible and intolerable acts.

The safety and security of our community is my highest priority and we are taking every measure to restore the sanctity and peace for our residents. We will keep the community informed of progress in the investigation where it is appropriate. We would appreciate any information that could help in the identification of those responsible. If you have any information to report, please contact Detective Stephen Attewell at 440-287-5212 or call 911 to report any suspicious activity you observe."
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