Historic plaques were stolen from the Martin Luther King Jr. Park in Long Beach on Monday night, but this isn't the first time property from the park has been tampered with.

Councilwoman Suely Saro released a statement about the incident on Tuesday, saying the theft was not only a sign of disrespect for "our shared history but also impact the entire community."

"I am deeply saddened and outraged by the theft of important historic plaques from Martin Luther King Jr Park," Saro said. "I am committed to replacing these plaques and preserving the legacy they represent."

Saro also said that the Long Beach Police Department is investigating the incident, reviewing video footage and interviewing community members who were at the scene.

She added that her office will continue to monitor the si

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