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What is the most frequently stolen street sign in New York City?

Question #80109. Asked by hidoll.
Last updated Apr 07 2017.

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jsweit star
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jsweit star
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The big "Steal This Sign" sign at 14th and Broadway.


[From dearauntnettie.com 2007 article, no longer online]

Response last updated by CmdrK on Oct 30 2016.
May 09 2007, 10:36 AM
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Without a solid source though (sigh) the claim is made in several places that it is "Hooker Place."

link http://articles.sun-sentinel.com/1991-11-09/features/9102150664_1_street-signs-sign-thieves-joseph-deplasco

Response last updated by CmdrK on Oct 30 2016.
May 09 2007, 10:41 AM
Richie15
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Richie15

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'Joey Ramone Place', East Village (outside CBGBs) is officially NYC's most often stolen street-sign in 2010, coming in ahead of Broadway and Wall Street.

link http://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local-beat/Joey-Ramone-Street-Sign--103869313.html

link http://gothamist.com/2010/09/27/street_signs.php


[Added reference links. - McG]

Response last updated by satguru on Apr 07 2017.
Sep 29 2010, 9:52 AM
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