600 Historic Treasures Stolen in Bristol Museum Raid
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Police are searching for four men after a major burglary at a Bristol Museum storage facility.
Over 600 artifacts were stolen in September. The items were from the museum's British Empire and Commonwealth collection.
Detectives from Avon and Somerset Police have released CCTV images of the group. They describe the theft as a "high-value burglary."
The stolen objects include:
* Militaria such as medals, badges, and pins.
* Jewellery including necklaces, bangles, and rings.
* Decorative art like carved ivory, silver items, and bronze figurines.
* Natural history pieces and geological specimens.
Authorities are asking the public for information to identify the men.