Vernon Hills police investigate alleged antisemitic vandalism at synagogue

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Thursday, September 4, 2025
Vernon Hills police investigate alleged vandalism at synagogue

VERNON HILLS, Ill. (WLS) -- Vernon Hills police are investigating vandalism at a synagogue.

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The alleged antisemtic vandalism was found at Congregation Or Shalom on Hawthorn Parkway, police said.

Investigators say someone wrote antisemitic graffiti on a retaining wall near the parking lot Sunday night.

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No arrests have been made. Police continue to investigate.

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