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Grandad's Ashes Stolen: TV Star's Tearful Plea
13 Feb
Summary
- TV presenter Edith Bowman's luggage containing her grandfather's ashes was stolen.
- The theft occurred on a train traveling from London Paddington to the Cotswolds.
- Bowman made an emotional plea on Instagram for the return of the ashes.
Radio and TV personality Edith Bowman has made an emotional appeal after her luggage, containing her late grandfather's ashes, was stolen on Friday. The incident occurred while Bowman was traveling by train from London Paddington to Kemble in the Cotswolds.
Initially upset about the theft, Bowman, aged 52, later realized a jewelry box within the stolen case held a pinkie ring containing her grandfather's ashes. She shared her distress on Instagram Stories, describing the case as dark green with brown straps.
Bowman has provided details of the train journey, including stops at Didcot Parkway, Reading, and Swindon, and urged anyone who may have seen someone with the distinctive suitcase to contact her. She has previously spoken fondly of her grandfather, recalling cherished memories from her childhood spent with him.
The presenter also recently discussed the challenges faced by celebrities dealing with online trolling and the pressure to maintain a flawless public image. She highlighted how difficult it can be for public figures to recover from mistakes made on social media platforms.
