Chief Marc Yamada Addresses Recent Acts of Vandalism in Montgomery County

For Immediate Release: Wednesday, August 21, 2024

The recent acts of anti-Semitic and anti-Israel vandalism at our schools and places of worship are unacceptable and the Montgomery County Police department is taking every investigative step possible to close these cases by arrest.

These incidents are not only crimes; they are hateful actions that seek to divide our community and instill fear in our residents.

Let me be clear; every person, faith, culture and religion has the right to feel safe and respected in Montgomery County. These acts of bias and hate will not be tolerated.

The Montgomery County Police Department is taking these incidents seriously, we are committed to conducting thorough investigations to identify and arrest those responsible, and we will partner with the States Attorney’s Office to prosecute these cases to the fullest extent possible.

As we continue to investigate these cases, I urge anyone with information to come forward to help us in our efforts to maintain the safety and unity of our community.

Together, we will ensure that Montgomery County remains a place where all our residents can live without fear, in peace and with mutual respect for one another.

Marc R. Yamada
Chief of Police

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