$5,000 Guitar Stolen In Memphis From Clinton Band

A guitar valued at $5,000 has been stolen from the tour bus of George Clinton and his P-Funk band.

Shelby County Sheriff spokesman Chip Washington said Monday that the guitar was taken Saturday while the group was in town performing at Shelby Farms.

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Essence Music Festival, Louisiana Superdome, New Orleans, La.

He said the instrument, brand name XOX Audio Tools, was designed for a member of Clinton’s band.

Washington said the theft is under investigation, and it’s not clear if the bus was broken into.