Memorial statue found after theft from Vietnamese Heritage Garden in San Jose

SAN JOSE, Calif. (FOX26) — A memorial statue was found and retuned after being stolen from the Vietnamese Heritage Garden in San Jose.

The San Jose Police Department says officers were called out around 1:40 p.m. for reports of a theft from the Vietnamese Heritage Garden on Roberts Avenue.

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Officers arrived and investigated the area and were able to find the statue and return it.

We recognize the importance of this memorial to our community and appreciate the assistance provided throughout this incident.

The theft is still being investigated.