Severiano Ballesteros Statue Stolen From Pedreña, Cantabria
Key Takeaways
- Statue of Severiano Ballesteros disappeared in Pedreña, considered theft.
- Marina de Cudeyo City Council reported the theft.
- The statue served as a permanent memorial to Ballesteros in Pedreña.
Theft of Iconic Statue
The 100-kilogram bronze statue of Severiano Ballesteros was stolen from La Barquería Park in Pedreña.
“Advertising Neighbors of Pedreña, a small town in the municipality of Marina de Cudeyo, Cantabria, have been in shock for hours after the City Council of Marina de Cudeyo reported that what everything indicates appears to be the theft of the statue of former golfer and legend Severiano Ballesteros”
The Marina de Cudeyo town hall confirmed the theft and investigations have begun.
The statue was located at the entrance to the municipality's golf club where Ballesteros began as a caddie.
Drag marks and a torn-out base indicated the statue was forcibly removed.
Community Impact
The statue embodied Ballesteros's historic career and achievements.
Locals expressed deep sentiment over the loss.
The theft has drawn international press attention.
The City Council appealed for information and shared images.
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