Shocking Theft: Heartless Thieves Steal Children’s Memorial Plaques from Cemetery
The Hobsons Bay Crime Investigation Unit is looking into a despicable theft at Altona Memorial Park in Altona North, where 80 memorial plaques were stolen between Tuesday, March 12, and Wednesday, March 13. These plaques, dedicated to children, were located in the “Garden of Little Angels.”
Following the incident, relatives and friends have been visiting the cemetery to check if their loved ones’ plaques are missing. The cemetery is in the process of contacting those impacted by the theft and has taken steps to improve security, including installing cameras.
Police are investigating and have asked for the public’s assistance. They are also advising scrap metal dealers to be alert for anyone trying to sell the plaques and to report any suspicious activities.
If anyone has information or relevant video footage, they are encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000 or submit a report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
The theft has understandably caused concern among those affected, and efforts are underway to address the situation and prevent future incidents.
Some of the graves after their plaques were stolen.
This was a shocking theft from grieving families, who are left to bear the cost of replacing their plaques. This theft, and others like it, is enabled by unscrupulous scrap metal merchants, who turn a blind eye to the source of material offered to them.
Plaques were stolen in 1951 from the Fawkner Cemetery, but they were later found. Read about this here.
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