Vandalism in Cherry Valley

Kicked over bench in Cherry Valley park from incident on Tuesday, March 19th.

CHERRY VALLEY — Vandalism took place in Cherry Valley on the evening of Tuesday March 19th at Alden Field Park. The suspects were identified and the Sheriff was involved in punishment.

According to the Village of Cherry Valley, “It took place Tuesday evening about 7:48 PM. 4 youths tried kicking in the doors of the restrooms at Alden Field Park in the Village of Cherry Valley. Unsuccessful, they tipped over two granite benches that were donated by a walking club.” The door in question was damaged.

The Village posted photos of the video on social media and according to a Village official, “in 25 minutes a parent called the Village office and claimed responsibility for two of the four boys. It wasn't long before the other two were identified.”

The Sheriff's Office was called and involved. Restitution for the 4 identified will be in the “form of work days at the park”.