Three of the most beloved football mascots in the
country have been stolen, prompting a nationwide search for their
safe return.
Manchester United’s Fred the Red, Chelsea’s Stamford the Lion
and Newcastle’s Monty the Magpie have not been seen or heard since
the October 5.
Eye-witnesses have linked all three disappearances to suspects
wearing green tracksuits and masks driving a white transit van. The
only clue to their return is an online ransom note at www.getyourmascotback.com
Monty the Magpie was last seen wearing the Toon’s ‘black and
white’ home kit at a bus stop chasing something shiny when he was
bundled into a white van.
According to Newcastle defender, Steven Taylor: "Magpies fans we
need your help - Monty the Magpie has been stolen and is being held
to ransom. We can't play without him!"
Fred the Red was last seen leaving a Fish & Chips shop when
he was abducted and dragged into a white transit van. The van
was later found abandoned at the end of a road.
Stamford the Lion was last seen outside Stamford Bridge signing
autographs with fans. He is approximately 6’5”, with a long tail
and cat like features with a large mane. He was last seen wearing
the Chelsea home kit.