Thieves have stolen a bronze statue of boxing legend Teddy Baldock, a reminder of the young champion who became Britain’s youngest ever World Boxing Champion at just 19 years old. The statue, which was installed in 2014 outside the Langdon Park DLR Station in Poplar, East London, has attracted local attention for years.
The artwork was created by the renowned artist Carl Payne, who passed away before the theft. The statue depicts Baldock in his boxing stance and was intended to honor his achievements and local roots. Its disappearance has prompted concern among community members and boxing enthusiasts alike.
Police are investigating the theft and have called for any witnesses or information that could assist in recovering the statue. The disappearance marks a loss not only of a public artwork but also of a piece of local history linked to London’s boxing heritage. Authorities continue to search for the missing statue and urge the public to come forward with any relevant information.