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A bench like this was found in front of Abbeville High.

Missing Erath bench found at Abbeville High School

It was located under oak tree in front of high school

A $500 iron bench was stolen from the Erath City Park and found in front of Abbeville High School this past Thursday.
The missing bench was reported on the Erath Moving Forward Facebook page with photos of the missing bench and its previous location.
The Erath Police Department also joined the search for the bench.
The next day, the police chief received a phone call from Abbeville High School claiming the bench was in front of the school under oak trees.
The police chief identified the bench and returned it to its original location.
The bench was secured into the cement at city park.
The police are now reviewing surveillance footage from the Erath City Park to identify the vehicle spotted near the bench.
No one has been charged for the theft.

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