600 Priceless Artefacts Snatched in Bristol Museum Raid
Police are on the trail of four brazen thieves who pulled off a daring overnight heist, stealing over 600 precious artefacts from a Bristol museum’s British Empire and Commonwealth collection.
Bold Break-In Under Cover of Darkness
In the small hours of Thursday, 25 September, between 1am and 2am, the gang smashed into a building on Cumberland Road. Their loot includes priceless culturally significant items, many donated to the museum, chronicling vital parts of British history.
Footage Reveals Masked Suspects
- Man One: White, medium to stocky build, white cap, black jacket, light trousers, black trainers
- Man Two: White, slim build, grey hooded jacket, black trousers, black trainers
- Man Three: White, green cap, black jacket, light shorts, white trainers, with a slight limp on right leg
- Man Four: White, large build, orange and navy/black puffed jacket, black trousers, black and white trainers
Police Urge Public to Help Nab Museum Looters
“The theft of many items which carry a significant cultural value is a significant loss for the city,” said Detective Constable Dan Burgan. “These pieces form part of a collection that provides insight into a multi-layered part of British history, and we are hoping that members of the public can help us to bring those responsible to justice.”
Officers are combing CCTV footage and forensic evidence. Anyone spotting these men or the stolen artefacts being flogged online should ring Avon & Somerset Police on 101, quoting reference 5225269603.
