"Police Locate Stolen and Burned Jackie Robinson Statue in Wichita Park"

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"Police Locate Stolen and Burned Jackie Robinson Statue in Wichita Park"
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A statue of baseball legend Jackie Robinson, stolen from a Kansas park, was found burned and dismantled in a trash can fire, with damages estimated at $75,000. The theft was captured on surveillance video, and the perpetrators are still being sought. The Wichita Fire Department is investigating the arson, while police continue to investigate the theft. Despite the heartbreaking discovery, efforts are underway to rebuild and replace the statue, with funds being raised through a GoFundMe campaign and local businesses.

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