More than 600 British Empire-era artefacts stolen from Bristol Museum
Summary
More than 600 items from the British Empire era were stolen from a museum in Bristol, England. The police are searching for four suspects and have released images to the public for help. The stolen items have historical and cultural significance.Key Facts
- Over 600 artefacts from the British Empire and Commonwealth were stolen from Bristol Museum.
- The theft occurred on September 25th, but police made the appeal public more than two months later.
- Items taken include medals, jewellery, ivory carvings, silverware, and geological samples.
- Police released security images showing four suspects carrying bags.
- These artefacts represent over two centuries of Britain's historical ties with its empire.
- The theft is a significant cultural loss for Bristol, and many of the stolen items were donations.
- Bristol has a history linked to the transatlantic slave trade, a past discussed in protests that gained international attention in 2020.
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