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Baby Jesus Statue Stolen; County Offers No-Questions Return

1/3/2026

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A Baby Jesus figure was stolen from a nativity scene outside a Suffolk County government building between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.
Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine and Police Commissioner Kevin Catalina urged the thief to return the statue with clemency and no questions asked.
Romaine emphasized the county's commitment to tolerance and religious freedom.
Authorities are reviewing footage.
Authorities urge anyone with information to contact Suffolk County police.

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Story summary

A Baby Jesus figure was stolen from a nativity scene outside a Suffolk County government building between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.
Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine and Police Commissioner Kevin Catalina urged the thief to return the statue with clemency and no questions asked.
Romaine emphasized the county's commitment to tolerance and religious freedom.
Authorities are reviewing footage.
Authorities urge anyone with information to contact Suffolk County police.