A 34-year-old man has been sentenced to 4.5 years in prison for committing more than 750 acts of graffiti in Phoenix.

Jordan Quimayousie vandalized properties along Phoenix’s 19^th Avenue corridor, between Indian School and Camelback roads, according to a release from the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office. The vandalism occurred between January 2023 and October 2024.

“Along with tagging City of Phoenix property like bus stops, sidewalks and fire hydrants, Quimayousie also spraypainted his monikers on a school, a church and multiple apartment buildings and businesses,” the release stated.

Quimayousie pleaded guilty to one count of criminal damage. In addition to prison time, he was ordered to pay $58,204.39 in restitution to the city — the full amount Phoenix spent on cleanup. He was also ordered to pay another $4,206.36 to cover damage caused to an apartment building.

Deputy County Attorney Mischa Hepner, who prosecuted this case, learned about what was happening from neighbors at a community meeting. They raised concerns that the tagger was vandalizing property faster than the city could make repairs, the release stated.

“This case highlights the power of a community working together to make our neighborhoods better,” Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell said.

Mitchell said the MCAO began an effort this year to have prosecutors meet with members of the community.

“Employees at MCAO don’t just work for Maricopa County, we live here, too,” she said.

“We’re all invested in keeping our communities safe for your families and for our own.”

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