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Thieves Steal Olympic Gold Medal in New Zealand Burglary

2/2/2026

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Story summary

A New Zealand house was broken into on Sunday morning, with a vehicle stolen and belongings ransacked.
O’Connell, the homeowner, said his Olympic gold medal from the 1984 Los Angeles Games was taken, and he noted its sentimental value.
He asked anyone with information about the stolen medal to contact the police.
Police have asked people not to enter the house until forensic work is completed.

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Story summary

A New Zealand house was broken into on Sunday morning, with a vehicle stolen and belongings ransacked.
O’Connell, the homeowner, said his Olympic gold medal from the 1984 Los Angeles Games was taken, and he noted its sentimental value.
He asked anyone with information about the stolen medal to contact the police.
Police have asked people not to enter the house until forensic work is completed.