Moment thief steals full-sized model of Star Wars’ Yoda from cinema display
A FULL-size model of Star Wars Jedi master Yoda has been stolen from a cinema display.
But rather than being lured to the Dark Side in a galaxy far, far away, it appears to have been grabbed by an opportunist in a full hi-vis outfit.
The 2ft figurine, along with R2-D2, Darth Vader and Chewbacca and other characters from the hit sci-fi movies, had been on display since The Force Awakens was released in 2015.
But even the cinema’s collection of full-size stormtroopers failed to deter the sneaky crook last Friday.
CCTV footage shows the villain sheepishly look around before swiping the character from the Movie Starr cinema, in Canvey Island, Essex.
Movie-goers alerted staff who gave chase but were unable to catch him.
Cinema bosses are now appealing to the public to help find the missing Yoda.
Movie Starr manager Bradley Marsh said: “We got the Star Wars figures when the new film was released.
“They were a big hit with the kids and customers so we decided to keep them.
“He means so much to Movie Starr. Our customers love to see him for photos and even give him a cuddle.
“All we ask for is that someone does the right thing and brings him back.”
Those with information can use the Force — Essex Police.