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CALDWELL, Ohio -- A Coca-Cola vending machine featuring a life-sized photo of NASCAR racing great Dale Earnhardt was stolen from a towing company days after his death, police said.
Earnhardt was one of 11 racers used in Coke ads, and his picture appeared on vending machines around the country.
"Stealing the Intimidator's memorabilia is a poor way to honor a hero,'' said Detective Stephen Hannum.
The seven-time Winston Cup champion, known as The Intimidator for his aggressive driving, slammed into the wall and died Sunday on the final turn of the Daytona 500 race.
Police say the theft of the Coke machine -- 7-feet tall and 3-feet wide -- would not have been easy. Investigators suspect someone backed a pickup truck, tipped the machine over and drove away.
Businesses have been asked to keep an eye out for overzealous Earnhardt fans or anyone trying to cash in on Earnhardt paraphernalia.
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