Bruce, who stands three and a half foot tall, had lived in Michelle Wood's front garden on Myrtle Road, Wombwell, for seven years until he was stolen last weekend.
Bruce was bought as a present by her son Carl, 30, who says Bruce has been a hit with local people.
Carl said: "I can't believe it's been nicked. Children used to come and take pictures of it. I'd really like to get it back because my mum's very fond of it."
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