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Vandalism Strikes Bruce McLaren’s Graves in Auckland

11/5/2025

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The graves of Bruce McLaren, founder of the McLaren Formula 1 team who died in 1970, and his family were vandalized at Waikumete Cemetery in Auckland, New Zealand.
The Bruce McLaren Trust expressed dismay, noting the graves were sprayed with gold paint and toy cars.
Authorities say the vandalism is not isolated, with other nearby graves damaged.
The graves are currently wrapped for repairs, and the trust condemned the actions.

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Story summary

The graves of Bruce McLaren, founder of the McLaren Formula 1 team who died in 1970, and his family were vandalized at Waikumete Cemetery in Auckland, New Zealand.
The Bruce McLaren Trust expressed dismay, noting the graves were sprayed with gold paint and toy cars.
Authorities say the vandalism is not isolated, with other nearby graves damaged.
The graves are currently wrapped for repairs, and the trust condemned the actions.