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Museum Heist: 600+ Artefacts Vanish!
17 Aug
Summary
- Over 600 artefacts stolen from Bristol Museum's collection.
- Items included military badges and carved Buddha statues.
- A man pleaded not guilty to handling stolen goods.
A significant theft occurred at Bristol Museum, with over 600 artefacts missing. The British Empire and Commonwealth Collection was targeted in the early hours of September 25, 2025. Stolen items included military badges from the East India Company and carved Buddha statues.
Authorities later charged Dean Hall, aged 41, in connection with the incident. He faces a charge of handling stolen goods. Hall entered a plea of not guilty when he appeared at Bristol Crown Court.