Tag: metal_theft

Man Charged After World War Memorial Plaques Stolen Twice in Eastern Bay of Plenty

20 Jul 2026 3:24 p.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

A man faces charges after World War memorial plaques were stolen, recovered, and then stolen again from Mitchell Park in Eastern Bay of Plenty. Police recovered the damaged plaques a second time, highlighting ongoing metal theft issues.

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