Police seek man over theft of hedgehog statue in Stamford

Lincolnshire Police have urged the public for help following the reported theft of a hedgehog sculpture from the Gladwell & Patterson Art Gallery in Stamford. The alleged incident took place on the 8th of August, when a man is said to have hidden the bronze statue in his trousers before vacating the gallery without making any payment. The police have disseminated an image of the man they are keen on speaking with about the theft. Local residents who possess any relevant information are urged to get in touch with the police force.

This article has been adapted by The Lincoln Post based on original reporting from www.bbc.com.