Many high-value Indian artefacts, dating back to the British colonial era and belonging to the Bristol museum have been stolen.

According to the Avon and Somerset Police, 600 items, including an ivory Buddha and a waist belt buckle, were stolen from the museum’s British Empire and Commonwealth collection in the early hours of September 25. The robbery took place between 1 am and 2 am. Grainy CCTV footage showing four white male suspects at the scene was also released.

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Notably, two months after the burglary, the police has issued a statement seeking the help of the public to identify these people. The Avon and Somerset Police pointed out that the theft of items which carry a significant cultural value

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