A new low – Spring Valley family seeks return of stolen highway cross

This past Friday, the family of Ayeesha Day, reported the theft of a memorial highway cross (pictured) taken from Highway 69, milepost 264, near Spring Valley, Arizona. Ayeesha was killed following an accident at the location in January. She was 16-years-old at the time.

The brass cross was constructed by students at Mayer High School and displays Ayeesha’s name, birthdate and date of death. The cross is about 3 feet tall and 2 feet wide and was taken sometime between the 15th and 18th of July, 2014.

The family would greatly appreciate any help from the public regarding the whereabouts of the cross. Information can be provided directly to Sheriff’s Office at 928-771-3260 or anonymously to Yavapai Silent Witness at 1800-932-3232. Refer to case number 14-025533.

Citizens can contact the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office with information about the cross.