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Stolen bronze statue honoring boy who died from cancer recovered; 2 suspects arrested
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk · As published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· August 15, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway It was reported missing on August 8 and was located a few days later.
A bronze sculpture has been found after being taken from a park in Florida. The piece is a memorial to a boy who passed away due to cancer. It was reported missing on August 8 and was located a few days later.
Two individuals are facing charges in connection with the theft. They were identified and apprehended by detectives. The sculpture is valued at around $8,000.
Further information about the incident and the suspects is available from the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office. The city where the park is located considers the sculpture a tribute to the boy's courage and resilience.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 15, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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