Frank Rizzo statue stood since 1999 but was frequently vandalized, including in recent days during protests over George Floyd's death.
The Frank Rizzo statue in Philadelphia's Center City was removed overnight, CBS Philly reports. It was vandalized during protests over George Floyd's death. There were also attempts to tear it down. The statue, which has stood on the steps of the Municipal Services Building for over a decade, was removed around 1 a.m. Wednesday.
"It's a moment that many want to see, so I guess I can represent the face of many that want to see him go," one witness said.Crane and crew push and pull Frank Rizzo statue from its spot in Center City overnight. We’ll take a look at the controversy surrounding the long-standing statue on @CBSPhilly. 🎥: @FletcherRumbau1 pic.twitter.com/IVwIWN69mpThe statue represented bigotry, hatred, and oppression for too many people, for too long. It is finally gone. pic.twitter.
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