More than 600 ‘High Value’ British Empire Artefacts stolen at Bristol Museum
More than 600 artefacts have been stolen from the British Empire collection at Bristol Museum with cops releasing CCTV.
Military memorabilia, jewellery, natural history pieces and carved ivory, bronze and silver figurines were stolen from the archive in the Cumberland Basin area of the city in the early hours of 25 September.
Detectives have released images of four men captured on CCTV in the area after part of the museum's British Empire and Commonwealth collection were stolen.
Avon and Somerset Police have now released CCTV images of four people they wish to speak to.
The four men pictured are described as white, with one of medium to stocky build, wearing a white cap, black jacket, light-coloured trousers and black trainers.
The second individual was of slim build, wearing a grey-hooded jacket, black trousers and black trainers.
Another wore a green cap, black jacket, light-coloured shorts and white trainers and appeared to walk with a slight limp in his right leg.
Finally, the fourth man was of large build, wearing a two-toned orange and navy/black puffed jacket, black trousers, and black and white trainers.
DC Dan Burgan, said: “The theft of many items which carry a significant cultural value is a significant loss for the city.
“These items, many of which were donations, 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.
“So far, our enquiries have included significant CCTV enquiries as well as forensic investigations and speaking liaising with the victims.”
Anyone who recognises the men or has seen any of the possible items being sold online is asked to contact the force on 101, quoting reference number 5225269603.