In response to the recent desecration of Pasadena Jewish Temple and Center, Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger announced a $10,000 reward for leads resulting in the arrest and conviction of those involved. Supervisor Barger, in a motion unanimously passed by the Board of Supervisors, underscored a stance of zero tolerance for actions that not just threaten public safety but also target faith communities.
"This was a deeply disturbing act targeting a Jewish community that is still working to heal and rebuild," Barger said in a statement obtained by her official website. A reward is now being offered by the Los Angeles County, with the purpose of not only seeking justice but also sending the message that intimidation will not stand.
The Pasadena Jewish Temple and Center, devastated by the Eaton Fire in January 2025, suffered further distress from vandalism and the spray-painting of antisemitic symbols this past weekend. Investigated as a potential hate crime by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, law enforcement is on an active lookout for the perpetrators.
In the face of this vandalism, Supervisor Barger condemned the hate-fueled act and assured ongoing support for both the community and law enforcement. The new reward aims to influence the public to help by coming forward with any useful data, a move that could crucially advance the detectives’ efforts. Detective Hodaya Doherty of the Sheriff’s Department Major Crimes Bureau-Hate Crimes Task Force is on the case, directly reachable via email at [email protected] or by calling the tip line at (562) 946-7893. Additionally, anyone with information can anonymously contact the Los Angeles Regional Crime Stoppers Hotline at (800) 222-TIPS (8477).
