Grimsby Town fans 'appalled' by memorial theft
The Mariners Trust say plants were removed and items, including a shirt and a scarf, were stolen.
Grimsby Town supporters' organization, the Mariners Trust, expressed deep anguish and outrage following the despicable vandalism of the memorial garden at their football stadium, Blundell Park. The group reported that plants were uprooted and memorabilia, including a shirt and scarf, were stolen from the garden dedicated to Alex Hughes, the club's head of recruitment, who tragically passed away in June at the age of 38.
Hughes' family had left these items as a tribute to remember him, and their removal has left the community in profound distress. The Mariners Trust spokesperson emphasized that such an act is utterly despicable and cowardly, going against everything their community and club represent. Chair of the trust, Wayne Brightmore, lamented that these items were left as a reminder and sign of respect for Hughes, and the recent theft was particularly disrespectful given the recent passing of Hughes.
The Mariners Trust vowed to enhance security measures around the memorial garden and urged anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward to aid in their investigation.
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