Los Angeles Offers Reward in Teacher Plaque Theft

A series of bronze plaques honoring teachers on the Woodland Hill’s Walk of Hearts were stolen, amounting to approximately $44,000 in value, likely for scrap metal. City leaders, including Councilman Bob Blumenfield, have announced a $25,000 reward for information leading to the capture of the suspect(s). The plaques, installed by the non-profit Walk of Hearts, are considered a tribute to teachers' dedication in the community. The thefts are part of a broader trend in Southern California, involving stealing valuable metals like copper wire and infrastructure. The Los Angeles Police Department is actively investigating and seeking assistance from the public to apprehend those responsible for these thefts.