"The historical plaque was reported stolen from the Old Hill graveyard on Greenleaf Street in Newburyport on March 24, Newburyport police said in a press release."
"Newburyport takes great pride in its rich history, and these thefts are deeply concerning to our community, said Marshal Matt Simons, the head of Newburyport police."
"Police were not able to obtain surveillance footage and or find any witnesses to the theft, the department said."
A bronze plaque from the Old Hill graveyard in Newburyport, marking a historic African American section, was reported stolen on March 24. This theft is part of a larger investigation into multiple thefts of bronze plaques across the city. Police have not found surveillance footage or witnesses. Other plaques have also been reported stolen from locations such as Oak Hill Cemetery and Cashman Park. Newburyport police are collaborating with neighboring communities and urging residents to report any information regarding the thefts.
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