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Denver's Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Vandalized, Community Rallies for Restoration

In a show of resilience, Denver's community leaders and citizens unite to repair and enhance security at the vandalized Martin Luther King Jr. memorial in City Park.

  • Former Denver Mayor Wellington Webb and former First Lady Wilma Webb condemned the vandalism of the Martin Luther King Jr. memorial, calling for improved security measures.
  • The vandalism, which saw several pieces of the monument stolen, has sparked outrage and a call to action among local leaders and the ACLU of Colorado.
  • Artist Ed Dwight, creator of the monument, highlighted the need for a security system to protect the memorial from future vandalism.
  • A GoFundMe page has been launched by the Webbs to fund repairs and added security, emphasizing the community's determination to restore the monument.
  • The Denver Police Department's Bias-Motivated Crime Unit is investigating the incident, as community members and leaders vow to continue the fight for justice and equality.
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