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Murdered toddler James Bulger's family find items from vandalised grave

Murdered toddler James Bulger's family find items from vandalised grave

Summary

The family of James Bulger, a toddler murdered in 1993, have recovered items that were stolen from his grave after it was vandalized twice earlier this year. A 78-year-old man was arrested in connection to the theft and damage.

Key Facts

  • James Bulger was a two-year-old boy who was abducted and killed in 1993.
  • His grave is located in Kirkdale Cemetery.
  • The grave was vandalized twice within six weeks, in February and again recently.
  • Two cherub statues near the grave were damaged during the vandalism.
  • Over £23,000 was raised through a fundraiser to repair the headstone.
  • A 78-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of theft and criminal damage.
  • The family found the two stolen cherub heads and other items, including the original sleeping cherub statue.
  • Police have seized items taken from other graves and plan to return them to the families affected.
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