A Facebook post chronicling recent damage aesthetic damage at Eureka’s Highland Park

Eureka Police Department release

On July 22, 2025, at approximately 7:56 AM, a Community Service Officer (CSO) from the Eureka Police Department (EPD) responded to a report of vandalism at Highland Park. A building and other park items had been tagged with spray paint.

EPD’s Criminal Investigation Unit (CIU) were called to assist with the case. During the investigation, a juvenile suspect was identified. Upon contact, the suspect admitted to the vandalism. This case is now being referred to Juvenile Probation for prosecution.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has relevant information is asked to contact EPD’s Criminal Investigations Unit at 707-441-4300.