A bear statue in York is more bare than it should be.
The Chalfont Bear, found on Chalfonts, Tadcaster Road, has been targeted by a thief.
They made off with the statue’s plaque, overnight between Tuesday 5 and Wednesday 6 November.
Chalfont Bear location
A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “We know the the statue is a prominent and much-loved local landmark.
“We’re appealing for anyone with information about what has happened to the plaque to contact us – particularly if they have relevant CCTV or video doorbell footage of the location.”
The stolen plaque refers to an award won by the developers, Shepherd, in 1969, according to this source.
If you can help police, you can contact them on the numbers below.
How to help the police
- Call North Yorkshire Police on 101
- Contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via the website
- Quote reference number 12240203034
