Bronze Grave Markers Stolen From Cemeteries | Bowling Green News

Bowling Green News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 22, 2026 · 1m

Twenty-seven bronze veteran grave markers vanished from two Hopkinsville cemeteries—Cave Springs and Riverside—in a brazen act of theft that’s sparking outrage. These stolen memorials honor those who served, and their disappearance is deeply painful for grieving families. The city’s scrambling to recover them, partnering with recyclers to track down suspects and beefing up surveillance to prevent future thefts. Residents are urged to check gravesites and report any missing markers to Public Works. This isn’t just vandalism—it’s a disrespect to sacrifice, and the community’s rallying to right…