18th-century violin worth £150,000 stolen in London — police search for thief
A 1740 violin belonging to a musician from the London Philharmonic Orchestra disappeared from a pub in Islington. Police are asking witnesses for help.
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In the London borough of Islington, an unidentified person stole a rare 18th-century violin from The Marquess Tavern on Canonbury Street. Information about the incident was published on the Metropolitan Police website.
The instrument, made in Florence in 1740, belongs to a 30-year-old member of the London Philharmonic Orchestra. It is valued at more than £150,000, but according to the owner, it is “priceless.”
The musician contacted the police immediately after the theft. The case is now being handled by a team of officers from Camden, who have reviewed CCTV footage and published images of the suspect.
Officer Michael Collins urged anyone who recognizes the man in the photo or has any information to contact the authorities immediately.
Information can be reported by calling 101 with case number 01/7178074/25 or via Twitter @MetCC. Anonymous tips are also accepted through Crimestoppers — by calling 0800 555 111 or visiting crimestoppers-uk.org.
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