The Pittsburgh Penguins announced Thursday that a shipment carrying Jaromir Jagr bobbleheads has been stolen after arriving in California. The Jagr bobbleheads were slated to be handed out prior to Thursday’s game against the San Jose Sharks.
Instead, the team announced the bobbleheads would be available at a later date.
The Penguins revealed they’re working with the manufacturer and transportation companies, and they have alerted state and federal authorities. The authorities are currently attempting to locate the stolen goods.
“We were shocked to be a victim of cargo theft, and we are working closely with local and federal authorities on the investigation” Penguins president of business operations Kevin Acklin said in a statement. “While this unfortunate incident adds to the legend of Jaromir Jagr, who will be in attendance as our guest at tonight’s game, we look forward to resolving this theft and delivering the prized Jagr bobbleheads to their rightful homes, with our fans.”
All fans attending Thursday’s game will receive a voucher including a scannable barcode that will be required to pick up their bobblehead at a later date. Once the bobbleheads are located, fans who attended Thursday’s game will be able to pick them up.
Jagr is scheduled to be in attendance for Thursday’s game at PPG Paints Arena. The team retired Jagr’s No. 68 in a ceremony last month.
In a bizarre turn of events, a shipment of penguins’ Jaromir Jagr bobbleheads was stolen in a cargo theft incident in California. The theft occurred when a truck carrying the precious cargo was hijacked by unknown individuals.
Jaromir Jagr, a legendary hockey player known for his long and successful career in the NHL, has a cult following among fans. The bobbleheads, which were created in his likeness, were set to be distributed to fans at an upcoming game.
The theft has left fans devastated and authorities puzzled. It is unclear why anyone would target such a specific and unique item. The penguins, who were eagerly awaiting the arrival of their beloved bobbleheads, are now left empty-handed.
Authorities are currently investigating the incident and are urging anyone with information to come forward. In the meantime, fans are left to wonder what will become of their coveted collectibles.
This strange and unfortunate event serves as a reminder of the lengths some individuals will go to for rare and valuable items. Hopefully, the stolen bobbleheads will be recovered and justice will be served for the penguins and their fans.
