A Kansas man stole an 800-pound historic cannon from a local park for drug money, leading to his arrest. He attempted to sell the cannon pieces to pay back a drug dealer, who threatened him. The cannon is considered irreplaceable by historians.
Key Points
Gordon Pierce III stole the cannon to pay back a drug dealer who threatened him
He attempted to sell the cannon pieces but was called 'stupid' by the dealer
Historians consider the stolen cannon 'irreplaceable' and a priceless fixture in the community
Pros
Swift investigation by Wichita police led to the recovery of the stolen cannon pieces
Raises awareness about the impact of drug addiction on individuals' behavior
Cons
Theft of a priceless historic artifact
Involvement of illegal substances and criminal activities