Rindge, a small town in New Hampshire, has been facing a peculiar challenge: a string of street sign thefts that have left local authorities scratching their heads. According to the Rindge Police Department, nearly a dozen signs have mysteriously disappeared over the past weekend. It’s a repeat offense; some of the missing signs had only recently been replaced after a previous theft. In a social media post, police underscored the gravity of the situation, stating, “This is not simply a ‘harmless prank.’” Boston 25 News reports that the cost to taxpayers for replacing these signs is estimated at $1,650 total, with each sign costing around $150.
The recurrence of these thefts suggests a deliberate pattern of behavior rather than random acts of vandalism. Police had just replaced stolen signs last week, only to find the new signs gone this week—a frustrating loop for a town striving to maintain its road safety and fiscal responsibility. WMUR indicated that the cost of each replacement sign is more than $100, adding financial insult to the community's safety concerns.
Efforts to address this issue are ongoing, with authorities asking anyone with information to come forward. Rindge Police Department is actively investigating and has issued a call to action, encouraging residents and witnesses to provide any details that might lead to the recovery of the stolen street signs. Informants with knowledge pertaining to the thefts can contact Rindge Police at (603) 899-5009 or Cheshire County Dispatch at (603) 355-2000.
