British Museum Heist: Over 600 Artifacts Stolen, Police Seek Suspects
In September 2025, a significant theft occurred at the British Empire and Commonwealth Collection in Bristol, UK, where over 600 artifacts were stolen. The items, which include jewelry, decorative artworks, and military medals, were taken during a burglary in the early hours of September 25. Avon and Somerset police have released CCTV images of four unidentified men, seen carrying bags, and are appealing for information. This incident adds to a series of high-profile art thefts, including a recent heist at the Louvre Museum in Paris.