The American flag at a popular Wild West themed park in North Carolina has been stolen. The flag, which measured 30 by 50 feet and usually hung from an elevated railroad track at Tweetsie Railroad theme park in Blowing Rock, was taken. The Watauga County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating the incident, suspecting that the flag was either ripped or cut down.
Tweetsie Railroad is well-known for its traditional steam locomotive, Wild West themed shows, rides, and activities like gold panning. Despite the theft of the flag, the park will still go ahead with its Fourth of July fireworks show, which is a tradition at Tweetsie and coincides with the park’s opening anniversary.
The Watauga County Sheriff’s Office is urging anyone with information about the stolen flag to contact Crime Stoppers at 828-268-6959. Both Tweetsie Railroad and the Sheriff’s Office have not responded immediately to inquiries from Fox News Digital.
The theft of the American flag, especially right before Independence Day celebrations, is a concerning and disrespectful act. It is important for authorities to investigate and find the culprits responsible for this unpatriotic deed. The flag holds significant symbolism for the country and its citizens, and its theft is a blow to the community and the spirit of unity and patriotism.
Hopefully, the investigation will lead to the recovery of the stolen flag and those accountable for the theft will be brought to justice. In the meantime, visitors and supporters of Tweetsie Railroad can still look forward to enjoying the park’s attractions and the fireworks show on the Fourth of July, despite this unfortunate incident.