‘Low as low’: Kids’ memorial plaques stolen
Dozens of bronze plaques dedicated to children have been stolen from a memorial park in Melbourne’s southwest.
Victoria police were told 75 plaques were taken from Altona Memorial Park on Dohertys Rd sometime between March 12 and 13.
The plaques were erected in the “Garden of Little Angels” by the families of children who have died.
Detectives have warned scrap metal dealers to remain “wary” of thieves attempting to sell the stolen plaques.
Horrified members of the public have taken to social media to slam the act, calling on the thieves to hand themselves in.
“Why just why would you do this? To mess around to make some quick cash?” one lady questioned.
“Hand yourselves in, you’re as low as low gets.”
Police are investigating the theft and are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.
