Bristol Museum Burglary: Indian Treasures Among 600+ Artefacts Stolen
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CNBC TV1812-12-2025, 14:01

Bristol Museum Burglary: Indian Treasures Among 600+ Artefacts Stolen

  • Over 600 artefacts, including rare Indian treasures from the British era, were stolen from a Bristol museum.
  • Stolen items include an ivory Buddha, an East India Company waist belt buckle, military memorabilia, jewellery, and a 1903 Delhi Durbar painting.
  • The burglary occurred on September 25, targeting the museum's British Empire and Commonwealth collection.
  • The artefacts document links between Britain and former British Empire countries, holding significant cultural and historical value.
  • Police have released footage of four suspects and are seeking public assistance in the ongoing investigation.

Why It Matters: Over 600 artifacts, including Indian treasures, stolen from a UK museum, impacting cultural history.

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