Bronze Age Gold Artefacts Stolen from Ely Museum in Overnight Heist
CCTV captures two suspects on e-scooters breaking into the museum, making off with items valued over £200,000.
- Police release footage of the theft, aiming to jog public memory and gather leads.
- The stolen gold torc, a key exhibit, was discovered in 2015 and is considered one of the finest examples in the UK.
- Museum curator emphasizes the irreplaceable cultural significance of the stolen artefacts.
- Authorities are intensifying efforts to recover the stolen items and apprehend the suspects.
- Local community and museum staff express devastation over the loss, highlighting the artefacts' heritage importance.