Summary
A valuable ancient golden helmet from Romania, stolen from a museum in the Netherlands, has been found and returned. The "Cotofenesti" helmet, over 2,500 years old, was taken along with golden wristbands during a dramatic theft. Dutch police recovered the helmet and some lost items, while the trial for the suspects is scheduled soon.
Key Facts
- A 2,500-year-old Romanian helmet was stolen from a Dutch museum.
- The theft involved a homemade bomb and sledgehammer.
- Police recovered the helmet and two out of three golden wristbands.
- The helmet sustained minor damage but will not have lasting harm.
- Three men were arrested and will go on trial in April.
- The theft strained relations between the Netherlands and Romania.
- The Romanian Justice Minister called the incident a serious crime.
