SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. — Detectives are investigating vandalism that caused an estimated $12,500 in damage to Greenacres Park during its renovation.
The Spokane Valley Investigative Unit (SVIU) seeks information about suspects who damaged a recently resurfaced basketball court and newly planted tree at the park, located at 1311 N. Long Road.
According to Spokane County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to the vandalism report at 9:15 a.m. on July 7, 2025, after a city Parks and Recreation employee discovered the damage.
Investigators believe suspects used construction equipment, specifically a skid steer, to vandalize the park between 9 a.m. on July 4 and 8 a.m. on July 6, 2025.
SCSO stated the park was undamaged on July 4, but a contractor discovered the vandalism on July 6 while arriving to activate sprinklers for newly planted trees and sod.
The vandalism has delayed the renovation project and inconvenienced park users anticipating the upgraded facilities.
Anyone with information is urged to contact SVIU Detective J. Petrini at 509-477-3233
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