'Priceless' Indian artefacts have been stolen from Yorkshire museum

By The Newsroom
Published 11th May 2023, 11:31 BST
Updated 11th May 2023, 11:31 BST
‘Priceless' Indian artefacts and jewellery have been stolen from a museum in a late night heist.

A collection of 'extremely rare' ornate gold jewellery was stolen from Clifton Park Museum in Rotherham, South Yorks., police said.

The jewellery, which was in an exhibit of Indian artefacts, is said to be of 'historical significance.' South Yorkshire Police said entry was forced into the museum at sometime overnight between April 13 and April 14, which is when the artefacts were stolen.

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A force spokesperson said: "Officers want to hear from anyone who may have seen these items or has information about where they might be.

The jewellery, which was in an exhibit of Indian artefacts, is said to be of 'historical significance.' SWNSThe jewellery, which was in an exhibit of Indian artefacts, is said to be of 'historical significance.' SWNS
The jewellery, which was in an exhibit of Indian artefacts, is said to be of 'historical significance.' SWNS

"Have you seen them being offered for sale online or in person?

"If you have any information, please contact us using live chat, our online portal or by calling 101 quoting incident number 165 of 14 April 2023."