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Vandals damage “Wendy the Squirrel” at Seguin City Hall Darren Dunn
(Seguin) — The city’s Squirrel Trail public art display has suffered its first major blow. The Seguin Police Department is investigating a criminal mischief case in which vandals damaged the Wendy the Squirrel statue on Thursday, January 2. The statue is located outside of Seguin City Hall in the 200 block of North River Street. The statue isn’t just one of many pieces of art that make up the Squirrel Trail, but it’s also a symbol of community and it was commissioned in remembrance of Wendy Parker, the late wife of Seguin City Manager Steve Parker. Wendy Parker died in November 2023, and the statue which carries her name was unveiled just a couple of months ago. Steve Parker posted a message about the situation on his Facebook page. “While it is extremely disappointing that such a beautiful piece of art was damaged through a kindless act of vandalism, I can assure you that the
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beauty and joy that this art program has brought to the people of Seguin will not be tarnished. The squirrel donated by the friends and family of our cherished Wendy was built out of love, generosity and kindness. Our squirrel art program has been so well received and has brought so many families closer together. That is what this program is about. A random act of vandalism will not tarnish the fabric of this community because the true citizens of Seguin have a true respect and love for this community like nothing I have ever seen. I am so proud to call Seguin my home,” wrote Steve Parker. The police department has released photos from a surveillance camera in the area. You can also see the images on our website, seguintoday.com or on our KWED Facebook page. If you recognize any of the individuals in the photo or if you have helpful information in the case, you’re asked to contact the Seguin PD at 830379-2123.