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Young Men Charged for Vandalizing Beloved Paddington Bear Statue

3/5/2025

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Two young men, Daniel Heath and William Lawrence, both 22, face charges of criminal damage after they vandalized a beloved Paddington Bear statue in Newbury, Berkshire, in the early hours of Sunday. Thankfully, the cherished statue was recovered, while the duo awaits their court appearance on March 25, released on conditional bail.

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Story summary

Two young men, Daniel Heath and William Lawrence, both 22, face charges of criminal damage after they vandalized a beloved Paddington Bear statue in Newbury, Berkshire, in the early hours of Sunday. Thankfully, the cherished statue was recovered, while the duo awaits their court appearance on March 25, released on conditional bail.