Popular Route 66 tourist stop damaged by arsonist - Amarillo, TX
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Cadillac Ranch, a popular tourist attraction on Rt. 66, has been damaged by arson
Waymark Code: WM1192P
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 09/09/2019
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The oldest Cadillac in the Cadillac Ranch display in the Texas panhandle has been damaged by arson, and a reward has been offered for information leading to the arrest.
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Authorities in Texas are searching for an arsonist who damaged a popular tourist stop near Amarillo.
The Cadillac Ranch has been a popular landmark for drivers traveling along Route 66 in the Texas Panhandle for decades.
Ant Farm created the public art installation in 1974 and made it free for guests to stop and take pictures, or even leave a mark of their own on the cars.
Now, authorities are searching for an arsonist who damaged the oldest Cadillac at the site.
“Last night, the oldest of the 10 Cadillacs was set on fire. Though we’re heartbroken by this act of vandalism and the layers of history that were so carelessly destroyed, fortunately, the structural integrity of the Cadillac is still sound. When all is said and done, the Cadillac Ranch still stands as a testament to time, beauty, art, and history- despite the callous attempt to erase it. Much like their West Texas home, these Cadillacs are iconic for their strength- through adversity, drought, wind, and fire, they remain standing through the decades,” the ranch said in a statement.
Officials say they will press charges if the arsonist is found.
If you have any information on the crime, call the Potter County Sheriff’s Office at (806) 379-2900.
Type of publication: Television
When was the article reported?: 09/09/2019
Publication: Oklahoma's News 4
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How widespread was the article reported?: national
News Category: Arts/Culture
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