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San Jose police recover large Vietnamese memorial statue stolen from community garden
By J.R. Stone at ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
San Jose police say they have recovered part of a half-million-dollar statue after thieves stole a 1,500-pound bronze soldier along with flags and an urn from the Vietnamese Heritage Garden in San Jose.
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The recovery of the stolen statue from the Vietnamese Heritage Garden is a significant development for the community, which had been left reeling from the theft. The garden serves as a cultural and historical hub for San Jose's Vietnamese population, and the bronze soldier statue held considerable sentimental value. Its theft not only resulted in a substantial financial loss, but also dealt an emotional blow to the community. The swift action by San Jose police to recover the statue demonstrates the department's commitment to addressing crimes that target specific cultural groups. As the investigation continues, it will be crucial to determine the motivations behind the theft and whether it was a targeted attack on the Vietnamese community. The community will be watching closely to see how the case unfolds and whether the perpetrators will be held accountable for their actions.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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