One Arrested After Vandalizing Vogel Plaza Menorah Display

On December 23, 2022, at about 8:00 p.m. Medford Police Officers were dispatched to Vogel Plaza (200 E. Main St.) for a vandalism report.

It was described that a male subject pushed over a light display in the plaza. Medford Officers arrived on scene and confirmed the suspect had pushed over a Hanukkah menorah light fixture, shattering the bulbs.

Officers located 24-year-old Isaiah Cleveland on scene, who admitted to the vandalism. Cleveland was arrested without incident and lodged at the Jackson County Jail for Disorderly Conduct II and Criminal Mischief II.

At the time of arrest, the suspect gave no indication that his actions were antisemitic. This case is now in the hands of the Jackson County District Attorney’s Office for prosecution.

On December 27^th, 2022, it was reported the same light fixture was vandalized for a second time, this time requiring it to be fully replaced.

The Medford Police Department is actively investigating the second case. If anyone has information regarding this case, it is requested they contact the Medford Police Department at 541-770-4783 (MPD case 22-21404).

All suspects are considered innocent until any/all charges are proven true against them in a court of law.