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- A 41-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of handling stolen goods after over 600 artefacts were taken from Bristol Museum's British Empire and Commonwealth collection on September 25, 2023.
- Police believe four men entered the museum between 1am and 2am to commit the theft.
- The stolen items, including medals, jewellery, and carved ivory, hold significant cultural value.
- Avon and Somerset Police have released CCTV footage of the suspects and seek public assistance in identifying them.
- Security measures at the museum have been enhanced following the incident.
