A Slough man has been charged after an elephant sculpture on Thames Hospice’s Trunks Across the Thames trail was damaged.
Thames Valley Police launched an investigation following reports that a colourful elephant sculpture, named Hidden Treasures, had been damaged outside The Curve in the town centre.
A herd of 30 elephants is currently stationed around Slough and Windsor as part of a campaign to raise awareness of the end-of-life care Thames Hospice provides.
Faisal Mohammed, 31, of Lerwick Drive, Slough, has been charged with criminal damage and outraging public decency in connection with the incident.
He is set to appear at East Berkshire Magistrates Court on August 28.
A Thames Hospice spokesperson said: “We are very grateful to Thames Valley Police for their swift action in investigating this incident.
“Trunks across the Thames has been incredibly well received by local communities, with thousands of people enjoying the trail across Slough and Windsor.”
The hospice said its dedicated team worked alongside the sculpture’s artist, Millery Wheeler, to repair and replace the sculpture.
“Thanks to their efforts, the sculpture was back on the trail just a couple of days later and continues to be enjoyed by visitors,” a spokesperson added.