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Man arrested after more than 600 items stolen from museum collection
A 41-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of handling over 600 culturally significant artefacts stolen from Bristol Museum's British Empire and Commonwealth collection.
- Avon and Somerset Police arrested a 41-year-old man on suspicion of handling stolen goods after more than 600 artefacts were taken from a building housing Bristol Museum's British Empire and Commonwealth collection in the Cumberland Road area of Bristol on Thursday 25 September 2025.
- The British Empire and Commonwealth Collection documents links between Britain and former Empire countries from the late 18th century to recent times and provides invaluable cultural insight, Philip Walker at Bristol City Council said.
- Police released CCTV footage and images revealing four unidentified males walking at night, with stolen items including an elephant ornament, Ivory Buddha, and natural history specimens.
- Avon and Somerset Police appealed for public help, releasing two video clips and asking anyone with information to call 101 with reference number 5225269603 or use an online appeals form.
- Security at the facility has since been tightened following the thefts as inquiries continue, and Detective Constable Dan Burgan called it a `significant loss for the city` while police seek to recover items.
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