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Kansas Man Sentenced to 15 Years for Stealing Jackie Robinson Statue

Ricky Alderete's sentence includes time for a separate burglary; a new statue will be unveiled Monday.

  • The original statue was stolen in January and found burned in a trash can days later.
  • Alderete pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including theft and aggravated burglary.
  • He was ordered to pay $41,500 in restitution to the League 42 youth baseball league.
  • Donations and contributions from MLB helped raise funds for a replacement statue.
  • The new statue will be unveiled in Wichita with notable MLB figures in attendance.
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