Theft of historic artefacts in Newark-on-Trent
According to an article published on 15 March 2024 by the Mirror, a burglar has been sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison following a raid on the Royal Lancers & Nottinghamshire Yeomanry Museum. Graham Gallon, 36, was convicted of the burglary, which occurred in the early hours of 29 October 2023.
Mirror reports that the perpetrator gained access by sawing a hole through the floor from an archway located in the former military stables beneath the museum. Investigators believe Gallon used a litter picker tool and potentially an endoscope camera to identify and remove valuable silver items from a display cabinet. Among the stolen pieces were a parcel and gilt rosewater dish, military trophies, and statuettes.
The theft was discovered the following morning by a volunteer. While Gallon was linked to the crime via DNA evidence found at the scene, police believe he did not act alone, and two other individuals remain under investigation. The stolen items have not been recovered. Museum curator Steve Cox expressed dissatisfaction with the sentence, stating that the loss of these historic pieces is a significant blow to the community.
Businesses should ensure that all structural vulnerabilities, including flooring and ceiling access points, are regularly inspected and reinforced to prevent unauthorized entry.
Source : Mirror
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