Rewards worth 1,000 euros for Bielefeld gallery owner finding fortuitous Teddy bear.
Time Stamp: June 7, 2025, 1:06 PM
Somebody swiped the prized teddy bear of a Bielefeld gallery owner in a conniving Berlin heist, and a hefty €1,000 reward is now up for grabs for its retrieval.
Cue the citywide hunt for this cherished, pocket-sized teddy bear. Flyers showcasing the reward are scattered all over Berlin, and an English, Polish, Romanian, and Bulgarian website is urging citizens for any information on the stolen stuffed toy. The man behind this bold initiative is none other than Marcus Erlenbauer, a 45-year-old art gallery owner.
No, this isn't an artsy public installation. It's an earnest search by Erlenbauer for a cherished companion named "Mini." According to him, "This isn't just a toy. It's something very, very special."
The Bear's TEARful Disappearance
Erlenbauer and his partner had a quick dinner outing on Straße Unter den Linden with an actress on June 3rd and left their belongings momentarily unguarded. Seizing the opportunity, thieves managed to make off with some valuables, and alas, "Mini" was among them. "It's not the end of the world," Erlenbauer nonchalantly stated.
Determined Search Across City and Cyberspace
"Mini," roughly 12 centimeters tall and donning a sunny yellow onesie, is priceless. Therefore, Erlenbauer has left no stone unturned in his quest to find this precious memento. He's been putting up flyers, scribbling notes on Post-it's, and creating a buzz on social media to help bring "Mini" home.
It's not just about replacing the item; it's about reuniting with a cherished token that carries immense sentimental value. The bear was a gift from Erlenbauer's beloved mother, who passed away 30 years ago, and has been a constant companion ever since.
Our sources:
- dpa news agency
- Bielefeld art gallery website
[1] The bear was a precious gift from Erlenbauer's mother before her passing.[3] The teddy bear has been a constant companion for Erlenbauer for 30 years.
Erlenbauer has expanded his search for the stolen teddy bear, "Mini," to various online platforms that cater to news, lifestyle, home-and-garden, and pets. The cherished bear, around 12 centimeters tall and dressed in a sunny yellow onesie, is valued not just for its monetary worth but also for the sentimental bond shared between Erlenbauer and his late mother who had gifted the toy.
