La Grande Police charge three juveniles in recent Riverside Park vandalism/arson
By Garrett Christensen on Wednesday, September 24th, 2025 in Northeastern Oregon News Northeastern Oregon Top Stories
LA GRANDE — The La Grande Police Department has issued an update on the recent vandalism and arson at Riverside Park, including confirmation that three juveniles have been identified as responsible and are facing charges. The full update from the LGPD is as follows:
(From the La Grande Police Department)
The LGPD has identified the individuals responsible for the recent vandalism and arson incident at Riverside Park. Three juveniles have been cited and are facing charges of Arson in the Second Degree and Criminal Mischief in the Second Degree.
Additional evidence was recovered during the investigation, and all three juveniles — along with their parents — cooperated fully with law enforcement. The case will be forwarded to the Union County Juvenile Department for further action.
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to everyone who came forward with information.
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The initial report can found at: https://elkhornmediagroup.com/la-grande-fire-and-police-departments-respond-to-multiple-fires-and-vandalism-at-riverside-park/
