Over 1,000 Artifacts Stolen In California Museum Heist
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California police have launched an investigation into the theft of over 1,000 historic artifacts from a California museum earlier in October, according to the Oakland Police Department. The stolen items include metalwork jewelry, Native American baskets, and everyday objects such as athletic trophies that depict the story of the Golden State. In a news release, the Oakland Police said that the break-in happened in the early hours of October 15 at an off-site storage facility belonging to the Oakland Museum of California. “The suspect(s) broke into the facility and stole more than 1,000 items from the Museum’s collection, including Native American baskets, jewelry, laptops, and other historic artifacts,” it stated. According to the museum’s director, Lori Fogarty, publicizing the investigation was necessary because the stolen artifacts might show up at flea markets, antique shops, or pawn stores. Fogarty, who mentioned that it seemed more like a crime of opportunity rather than a targeted art theft, described the stolen artifacts as “a loss to the public and to our community.” Authorities have not announced any arrests or disclosed the estimated value of the stolen items.