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13/08/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 13/08/2024 19:24

Gettysburg National Military Park Seeks Public Assistance For Missing Artifacts

Date:
August 13, 2024
Contact:Jason Martz

GETTYSBURG, PA - Gettysburg National Military Park (NMP) staff are seeking public assistance regarding artifacts that went missing between December of 2023 and January of 2024. The artifacts were taken from a historical site near Brooke Avenue, commonly referred to the Timbers farm, on the southern end of the battlefield. Law enforcement rangers are conducting an active investigation and are seeking public assistance.

Information from visitors is often very helpful to investigators. If you were in the area of Timbers farm between December 2023 to January 2024, or if you have information that could help, please contact us. You don't have to tell us who you are, but please tell us what you know.

Anyone who has any information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Adams County Crimestoppers hotline at 717-334-8057. Tips can also be submitted to accrimestoppers.com or via email to the park at [email protected]. A reward is being offered.

Thank you for your assistance in protecting the resources of Gettysburg NMP.

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