A bronze statue honoring Lt. Col. Alexander Jefferson, a celebrated Tuskegee Airman, was stolen from Rouge Park in Detroit but has since been recovered, albeit damaged. The theft, believed to be motivated by the desire to sell the metal for scrap, led to the arrest of two individuals. Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan confirmed the recovery and expressed the community's disappointment over the incident. The statue, erected in June to commemorate Jefferson’s legacy, symbolizes not just his heroism in World War II but also his contributions as an educator and community leader in Detroit. Efforts are underway to restore the statue to its original state and return it to its rightful place.