Prague’s Memorial to the Victims of Communism damaged by vandals

Unknown vandals damaged one in a series of seven bronze statues forming The Memorial to the Victims of Communism in Prague, located at the base of Petřín Hill. The damage was spotted by a passer-by walking his dog at 7 AM. The vandals appear to have broken one of the figures near the base; the figure, as well as part of the foot which was broken off, were removed from the scene for repairs. The act of vandalism was recorded on camera and the police are searching for those involved. The memorial, unveiled in 2002, is the work of well-known sculptor Olbram Zoubek.

Author: Jan Velinger