As stated by Superintendent Lane Todd, Metro Commander:
Police are appealing for information after several brass memorial plaques were removed from central Christchurch last week.
The plaques were taken from the Latimer Square and the Bridge of Remembrance areas sometime overnight on Tuesday 11 and Wednesday 12 August.
Police are working to locate the plaques and establish what has happened to them.
As part of our enquiries, Police would like to identify and speak with the man pictured, who may be able to assist with the investigation.
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