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'Baby Lane' targeted as police investigate possibly linked thefts at 3 Middle Tennessee cemeteries
By Liz DeSantis at WKRN News 2 (ABC affiliate)
· July 2, 2026
· 1 min read
Police have confirmed reports of decorative bronze and brass flower vases being stolen from graves at Hendersonville Memory Gardens, Joelton Hills Memory Gardens and Greenwood Cemetery in Nashville .
Why this matters in The Nashville
The thefts at Hendersonville Memory Gardens, Joelton Hills Memory Gardens, and Greenwood Cemetery in Nashville have raised concerns about the security of local cemeteries. With the investigation focusing on possibly linked incidents, residents are left wondering how these crimes were able to occur in multiple locations. The fact that 'Baby Lane' at one of the cemeteries was targeted is particularly disturbing, as this area is often visited by families and loved ones paying their respects to young children. The loss of decorative items from graves can be devastating for those who have lost loved ones, and the fact that these thefts may be connected suggests a level of planning and coordination. As the police continue their investigation, the community will be watching to see what measures are taken to prevent future incidents and protect the final resting places of their loved ones.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: WKRN News 2 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Police have confirmed reports of decorative bronze and brass flower vases being stolen from graves at Hendersonville Memory Gardens, Joelton Hills Memory Gardens and Greenwood Cemetery in Nashville.
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