"Jackie Robinson Statue Stolen from Kansas Park Sparks Outrage and Reward Offer"

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A bronze statue of baseball legend Jackie Robinson was stolen from McAdams Park in Wichita, Kansas, with the thieves cutting it at the ankles and hauling it off in a truck. The park is home to League 42, a youth baseball league named after Robinson's jersey number, and is known for recognizing influential African Americans. Wichita police are offering a $2,500 reward for any tip leading to an arrest and an additional $5,000 for information on the statue's whereabouts, emphasizing the significant loss to the community and the legacy of Robinson's groundbreaking work in Major League Baseball.
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