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In an alarming incident, two thieves were caught on camera stealing a beloved bronze tiger statue from St. Pius X Catholic School in Dallas. The statue, which served as a centerpiece for the school community since it was gifted by the eighth-grade class of 2010, was taken in the early hours of the morning. The school is now organizing a fundraiser to finance a replacement and restore the sense of pride that the statue represented, as local parents express disbelief and disappointment over the theft.
Dallas residents woke up to an unusual incident on Wednesday morning, as two thieves were caught on surveillance camera stealing a bronze tiger statue from St. Pius X Catholic School. The theft, which took place around 2:30 A.M., has prompted a police investigation and left the school community shaken.
Upon arriving at the school, workers discovered that the beloved mascot statue, which had been a gift from the school’s eighth-grade graduating class of 2010, was missing. The statue served as a centerpiece connecting the classrooms to the church, making its theft even more disheartening for parents, faculty, and parishioners.
Surveillance footage of the incident revealed that the theft took about 30 minutes. A man on a bicycle was seen using a saw to cut the statue’s legs before pulling it down, stumbling during the process. After a brief departure, he returned with a wheelbarrow and a second accomplice to haul away the statue. The second thief, who did not disguise his face, was identified by his grey t-shirt, jeans, and work boots. By Wednesday afternoon, the only remnants of the statue left at the scene were its paws.
Local parent and landscaper Miguel Flores shared his disbelief regarding the theft, emphasizing that stealing from a school, especially one associated with a church, is simply unacceptable. It is speculated that the thieves may attempt to sell the statue for scrap bronze, which is reported to hold little value. However, the emotional and communal significance of the statue far exceeds its monetary worth.
In light of this unfortunate incident, St. Pius X Catholic School is preparing to host its annual Fall festival on October 11. During this event, a fundraiser will be organized with the goal of raising approximately $10,000 to replace the stolen bronze tiger statue. The school community is rallying together to help restore a symbol of pride that was taken from them.
This incident highlights not just an act of theft but a disruption to the school community that cherished the statue. As the police continue their investigation into the theft, many at St. Pius X Catholic School are hoping for the statue’s safe return and reflecting on the importance of community and support in the face of adversity.
As of now, no suspects have been arrested, and the investigation is ongoing. Community members are urged to come forward with any information that may assist law enforcement with their inquiries. The unity of the school’s community is now more critical than ever in overcoming this incident and restoring a beloved symbol of their school spirit.
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