Garden statue stolen

A BRONZE statue of a heron has been stolen from a garden in Droitwich Spa.
The two-foot garden feature, worth around £375, was taken from the address in Lyttelton Road between 12noon on Saturday, July 25 and 12 noon on Monday, August 10.
Community Support Officer, Keeley Hawkes, said: “The owner of this statue has been left very upset by its theft as it had sentimental value, being a birthday present for her late husband’s 70th birthday.
“We would urge anyone who saw anything suspicious in the area between the times stated to get in touch but it is likely that this object will turn up for sale at a car boot sale or similar event or even be offered for sale to independent retailers.
“Anyone who comes across a statue matching its description should call police on 0300 333 3000, quoting 790/S/100809.”

(Reproduced from Droitwich Spa Advertiser, 17th August)

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