Theft of Jackie Robinson Statue

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
A man stole a Jackie Robinson statue from a park and was sentenced to 15 years in jail. The statue was dismantled and burned, but donations to replace it rolled in, including $100,000 from Major League Baseball.

Key Points

  • Ricky Alderete sentenced to 15 years for stealing the statue
  • Statue was dismantled and burned after being stolen
  • Donations, including $100,000 from MLB, received to replace the statue

Pros

  • Justice served with the sentencing of the perpetrator
  • Community support with donations to replace the stolen statue

Cons

  • Loss of a historic statue depicting Jackie Robinson