Maha: Two held for theft of idols from old temple in Jalna

Press Trust of India (2022). Maha: Two held for theft of idols from old temple in Jalna. Press Trust of India. 28 October.

5 persons ordered pretrial detention over stealing antiquities from Sohag University museum

Egypt Today (2022). 5 persons ordered pretrial detention over stealing antiquities from Sohag University museum. Egypt Today. 25 October.

Five suspects arrested over theft of artifacts from Sohag University museum

Egypt Independent (2022). Five suspects arrested over theft of artifacts from Sohag University museum. Egypt Independent. 25 October.

12 suspects involved in illicit trafficking in antiquities arrested in Iraq

Amr Salem (2022). 12 suspects involved in illicit trafficking in antiquities arrested in Iraq. Iraqi News. 24 October.

Three university students arrested for stealing artefacts from Sohag University museum

Habiba Hamdy (2022). Three university students arrested for stealing artefacts from Sohag University museum. Ahram Online. 24 October.

Four arrested after 59 artefacts stolen from Egyptian university museum

Kamal Tabikha (2022). Four arrested after 59 artefacts stolen from Egyptian university museum. The National News. 24 October.

Four arrested after being caught metal detecting at historic monument

Johnny Amos (2022). Four arrested after being caught metal detecting at historic monument. East Anglian Daily Times. 14 October.

Egypt's police seize 54 stolen ancient artefacts

Xinhua (2022). Egypt's police seize 54 stolen ancient artefacts. Daily News Egypt. 4 October.

Graffiti on Chester's historic city walls and buildings leads to three arrests

Angela Ferguson (2022). Graffiti on Chester's historic city walls and buildings leads to three arrests. Cheshire Live. 30 September.

British art dealer Robert Newland pleads guilty to conspiring with Inigo Philbrick to defraud collectors and financiers

Daniel Cassady (2022). British art dealer Robert Newland pleads guilty to conspiring with Inigo Philbrick to defraud collectors and financiers. The Art Newspaper. 26 September.

Dinosaur Tracks Vandalized In Holyoke; 2 Men Charged With Archaeological Violations

CBS (2021). Dinosaur Tracks Vandalized In Holyoke; 2 Men Charged With Archaeological Violations. CBS. 1 September.

Thieves attempt to steal $1.4M Monet painting in botched museum raid

Megan C. Hills (2021). Thieves attempt to steal $1.4M Monet painting in botched museum raid. CNN. 18 August.

How 4 college students tried to steal rare books worth millions from a school library — and what got them caught

Tom Huddleston (2021). How 4 college students tried to steal rare books worth millions from a school library — and what got them caught. CNBC. 15 August.

Kakinada: Police crack Nandi idol theft case, arrest two

THe Hans India (2021). Kakinada: Police crack Nandi idol theft case, arrest two. Hans News Service. 15 August.

Turkey Arrests 78 in Operation Targeting the Illegal Antiquities Trade

David Klein (2021). Turkey Arrests 78 in Operation Targeting the Illegal Antiquities Trade. OCCRP. 14 August.

Swiss Police Seize Historic Painting Stolen From Serbian Castle In 1993

Radio Free Europe (2021). Swiss Police Seize Historic Painting Stolen From Serbian Castle In 1993. Radio Free Europe. 13 August.

Bid Of Smuggling Antiquities Worth Millions Of Rupees Foiled In Dera Ismail Khan

Faizan Hashmi (2021). Bid Of Smuggling Antiquities Worth Millions Of Rupees Foiled In Dera Ismail Khan. Urdu Point. 7 April.

Aprehenden a dos personas por robar un santo de la iglesia de Copacabana

Two people arrested for theft of a saint from the church of Copacabana

Uno (2021). Aprehenden a dos personas por robar un santo de la iglesia de Copacabana. Uno. 6 April.

Detenida una pareja por robar el cáliz y la patena de la iglesia de Hinojedo

Couple detained for thect of chalice and paten from the church of Hinojedo

El Diario Cantabria (2021). Detenida una pareja por robar el cáliz y la patena de la iglesia de Hinojedo. El Diario Cantabria. 30 March.

Buddha idols stolen from Hazaribag recovered from Ranchi

TNN (2021). Buddha idols stolen from Hazaribag recovered from Ranchi. The Times of India. 26 March.

Lorry driver is jailed for two years for trying to smuggle ancient coins, arrowheads and statues into UK to sell for Bulgarian mafia bosses

Katie Feehan (2021). Lorry driver is jailed for two years for trying to smuggle ancient coins, arrowheads and statues into UK to sell for Bulgarian mafia bosses. The Daily Mail. 22 March.

German police make 4th arrest over Dresden jewelry heist

Associated Press (2020). German police make 4th arrest over Dresden jewelry heist. The Independent. 20 December.

Berlin police raid homes and shops over theft of 100kg gold coin

Associated Press (2020). Berlin police raid homes and shops over theft of 100kg gold coin. The Guardian. 16 December.

Suspects in Gretzky Memorabilia Theft Known to the Family

Ken Campbell (2020). Suspects in Gretzky Memorabilia Theft Known to the Family. Sports Illustrated. 15 December.

German Police Have Nabbed One of Two Fugitive Twins Suspected of Taking Part in a Massive Museum Heist in Dresden

Naomi Rea (2020). German Police Have Nabbed One of Two Fugitive Twins Suspected of Taking Part in a Massive Museum Heist in Dresden. Artnet News. 15 December.

Siem Reap police nab artefact theft suspects

Kim Sarom (2020). Siem Reap police nab artefact theft suspects. The Phnom Penh Post. 14 December.

Police arrest photographer and model behind controversial Saqqara photoshoot

Al-Masry Al-Youm (2020). Police arrest photographer and model behind controversial Saqqara photoshoot. Egypt Independent. 1 December.

Who is Inigo Philbrick? MIC's Victoria's art dealer fiancé, accused of stealing £15m

Lydia Venn (2020). Who is Inigo Philbrick? MIC's Victoria's art dealer fiancé, accused of stealing £15m. The Tab. 30 November.

Un intento de robo en la iglesia de La Concepción acaba con la detención de un hombre acusado de cinco hurtos con fuerza en La Laguna

An attempted robbery in the church of La Concepción ends with the arrest of a man accused of five robberies with force in La Laguna

El Diario (2020). Un intento de robo en la iglesia de La Concepción acaba con la detención de un hombre acusado de cinco hurtos con fuerza en La Laguna. El Diario. 24 November.

Three arrested, suspected of stealing antiquities from Tel Megiddo

Tobias Siegal (2020). Three arrested, suspected of stealing antiquities from Tel Megiddo. The Jerusalem Post. 9 November.

Recovered idols belong to a temple, say officials

The Hindu (2020). Recovered idols belong to a temple, say officials. The Hindu. 6 November.

The seizure of a person while excavating antiquities at his home

al Khaleej Today (2020). The seizure of a person while excavating antiquities at his home. al Khaleej Today. 6 November.

2 held with panchaloha idol, hunt on for prime accused

A. Subburaj (2020). 2 held with panchaloha idol, hunt on for prime accused. The Times of India. 3 November.

Two arrested for stealing seven silver idols from temple in Navi Mumbai

Farhan Shaikh (2020). Two arrested for stealing seven silver idols from temple in Navi Mumbai. Hindustan Times. 29 August.

Banksy's The Sad Young Girl: How the theft of a tribute to Bataclan terror victims has ended with the arrest of a luxury designer

Cahal Milmo (2020). Banksy's The Sad Young Girl: How the theft of a tribute to Bataclan terror victims has ended with the arrest of a luxury designer. INews. 28 August.

Police bust gang trading historical objects online

Tehran Times (2020). Police bust gang trading historical objects online. Tehran Times. 26 August.

German art dealer and socialite, 38, is arrested in Lisbon and faces being extradited to UK over '£1m sale of Yayoi Kusama pumpkin that buyer never received'

Nicole Conner (2020). German art dealer and socialite, 38, is arrested in Lisbon and faces being extradited to UK over '£1m sale of Yayoi Kusama pumpkin that buyer never received'. The Daily Mail. 24 August.

Kurunegala Mayor and four others face arrest over damaging of historical building

Ifham Nizam (2020). Kurunegala Mayor and four others face arrest over damaging of historical building. The Island. 7 August.

How police reclaimed a stolen Bataclan Banksy in Italy

AFP (2020). How police reclaimed a stolen Bataclan Banksy in Italy. The Local. 1 August.

CRIME FILES: Prolific church raider ends up behind bars

James Connell (2020). CRIME FILES: Prolific church raider ends up behind bars. Malvern Gazette. 10 May.

Idol Wing CID arrests two in Tirusulam

The Hindu (2020). Idol Wing CID arrests two in Tirusulam. The Hindu. 16 March.

Rajasthan police arrest two who allegedly stole 400-year-old Krishna idol

Hindustan Times (2020). Rajasthan police arrest two who allegedly stole 400-year-old Krishna idol. Hindustan Times. 14 March.

Commune police chief jailed over looted artefacts

Khouth Sophak Chakrya (2020). Commune police chief jailed over looted artefacts. The Phnom Penh Post. 9 February.

Antiquities hunters arrested in Preah Vihear

Khmer Times (2020). Antiquities hunters arrested in Preah Vihear. Khmer Times. 6 February.

Banksy Theft Solved? Two Arrested in Paris for Pompidou Center Heist

Helen Holmes (2020). Banksy Theft Solved? Two Arrested in Paris for Pompidou Center Heist. Observer. 6 February.

Five antique idols seized in Pudukottai

R. Sivaraman (2020). Five antique idols seized in Pudukottai. The Hindu. 5 February.

Three arrested for selling artifacts

Roya News (2020). Three arrested for selling artifacts. Roya News. 5 February.

A Gaming Billionaire's Questionable Trove of Ancient Artifacts Is Raided by Bulgarian Authorities

Amah-Rose Abrams (2020). A Gaming Billionaire's Questionable Trove of Ancient Artifacts Is Raided by Bulgarian Authorities. ArtNet News. 3 February.

Jailed £70m cocaine gang stole £1m painting from Maidenhead art gallery

Ian Hughes (2020). Jailed £70m cocaine gang stole £1m painting from Maidenhead art gallery. Get Reading. 16 January.

Instagram and YouTube Star Jailed for Climbing The Great Pyramid of Giza

D.L. Cade (2020). Instagram and YouTube Star Jailed for Climbing The Great Pyramid of Giza. Peta Pixel. 16 January.

Antique porcelain thieves arrested in Mula in Operation Fragile!

Murcia Today (2020). Antique porcelain thieves arrested in Mula in Operation Fragile!. Murcia Today. 15 January.

Rampant Antiquities Theft Threatens Cultural Heritage Around The World

David S. Anderson (2019). Rampant Antiquities Theft Threatens Cultural Heritage Around The World. Forbes. 31 July.

A Burglary Ring Used Social Media to Target Wealthy Art Collectors. Should You Think Twice Before Posting Your Picasso?

Sarah Cascone (2019). A Burglary Ring Used Social Media to Target Wealthy Art Collectors. Should You Think Twice Before Posting Your Picasso?. ArtNet News. 31 July.

Over 18000 Items Seized and 59 Arrests Made in Operation Targeting Cultural Goods

Europol (2019). Over 18000 Items Seized and 59 Arrests Made in Operation Targeting Cultural Goods. Europol. 29 July.

Priest steals diamond crown of idol from Mumbai trader's home, held

Express News Service (2019). Priest steals diamond crown of idol from Mumbai trader's home, held. The Indian Express. 17 February.

One arrested for idol theft

TNN (2019). One arrested for idol theft. The Times of India. 14 February.

Serial Art Thief, Who Stole Nearly 250 Artworks, Arrested Yet Again

Sara Rose Sharp (2019). Serial Art Thief, Who Stole Nearly 250 Artworks, Arrested Yet Again. Hyperallergic. 14 February.

Former minister's brother arrested for smuggled antiquities

Mira Maged (2019). Former minister's brother arrested for smuggled antiquities. Egypt Independent. 14 February.

Man held in Kanyakumari for idol theft

TNN (2019). Man held in Kanyakumari for idol theft. The Times of India. 13 February.

Swedes arrest man tied to return of stolen royal jewels

Associated Press (2019). Swedes arrest man tied to return of stolen royal jewels. Star Tribune. 8 February.

Ex-temple official held in idols theft case

The Hindu (2019). Ex-temple official held in idols theft case. The Hindu. 6 February.

Citizen excavating for antiquities near Pyramids arrested

Egypt Today (2019). Citizen excavating for antiquities near Pyramids arrested. Egypt Today. 5 February.

1,200-year-old Bible seized in southeastern Turkey's Diyarbakır

Daily Sabah (2019). 1,200-year-old Bible seized in southeastern Turkey's Diyarbakır. Daily Sabah. 5 February.

Egypt Foils Attempt to Smuggle Egyptian Antiquities Into Turkey

Asharq Al-Awsat (2019). Egypt Foils Attempt to Smuggle Egyptian Antiquities Into Turkey. Asharq Al-Awsat. 4 February.

Laconia police stop 600,000-euro illegal antiquities deal

eKathimerini (2019). Laconia police stop 600,000-euro illegal antiquities deal. eKathimerini. 22 January.

Retired N.J. firefighter stole artifacts from fire museum, sold them on eBay: police

Corey W. McDonald (2019). Retired N.J. firefighter stole artifacts from fire museum, sold them on eBay: police. The Jersey Journal. 21 January.

Antiques dealer selling artefacts for 4 million, arrested

Roya News (2019). Antiques dealer selling artefacts for 4 million, arrested. Roya News. 16 January.

Larissa man arrested over ancient coin collection

eKathimerini (2018). Larissa man arrested over ancient coin collection. eKathimerini. 28 December.

HR and CE officials complain to DGP against Pon Manickavel

TNN (2018). HR and CE officials complain to DGP against Pon Manickavel. The Times of India. 28 December.

Nicolas DeMeyer: The murky story of a man who looted $1.2m of wine from a banker's cellar

Jacob Bernstein (2018). Nicolas DeMeyer: The murky story of a man who looted $1.2m of wine from a banker's cellar. Independent. 28 December.

Antiquities police stop theft of ancient coins

Yvette J. Deane (2018). Antiquities police stop theft of ancient coins. The Jerusalem Post. 27 December.

Conditional bail for DSP arrested in idol theft case

The Hindu (2018). Conditional bail for DSP arrested in idol theft case. The Hindu. 26 December.

Navlakha antique theft: Four held

TNN (2018). Navlakha antique theft: Four held. The Times of India. 23 December.

Panchaloha Murugan idol seized, one arrested in guindy

Deccan Chronicle (2018). Panchaloha Murugan idol seized, one arrested in guindy. Deccan Chronicle. 23 December.

Artefacts thieves in Sabratha caught in the act

Safa Alharathy (2018). Artefacts thieves in Sabratha caught in the act. Libya Observer. 20 December.

Bungling burglary trio admit stealing from Museum of Computing

Tom Seaward (2018). Bungling burglary trio admit stealing from Museum of Computing. Swindon Advertiser. 20 December.

Egypt arrests two people accused of helping stage naked photoshoot on pyramid

Ruth Michaelson (2018). Egypt arrests two people accused of helping stage naked photoshoot on pyramid. The Guardian. 14 December.

Police Nab a Suspect in the Brazen Theft of a Renoir From a Vienna Auction House—But Others Remain at Large

Henri Neuendorf (2018). Police Nab a Suspect in the Brazen Theft of a Renoir From a Vienna Auction House—But Others Remain at Large. ArtNet News. 13 December.

Iraqi Federal Police arrests 2 people attempting to sell pharaonic antiquities

Egypt Today (2018). Iraqi Federal Police arrests 2 people attempting to sell pharaonic antiquities. Egypt Today. 9 November.

Croatia Arrests 4 Suspected Thieves in Venice Jewel Heist

Associated Press (2018). Croatia Arrests 4 Suspected Thieves in Venice Jewel Heist. The New York Times. 8 November.

Yemeni security forces in Marib thwart attempts to smuggle ancient statues

Arab News (2018). Yemeni security forces in Marib thwart attempts to smuggle ancient statues. Arab News. 7 November.

Man arrested in central Athens over ancient artifact

eKathimerini (2018). Man arrested in central Athens over ancient artifact. eKathimerini. 3 November.

1 held for theft of temple idols

The Hindu (2018). 1 held for theft of temple idols. The Hindu. 1 November.

Saqqara police arrests 4 people attempting to sell ancient coffin

Amr Mohamed Kandil (2018). Saqqara police arrests 4 people attempting to sell ancient coffin. Egypt Today. 30 October.

13 charged with illicit trafficking of cultural heritage artifacts in Macedonia

Xinhua (2018). 13 charged with illicit trafficking of cultural heritage artifacts in Macedonia. Xinhua. 7 October.

Egyptian Police Arrest 3 for Illegal Digging for Artefacts

Albawaba (2018). Egyptian Police Arrest 3 for Illegal Digging for Artefacts. Albawaba. 2 October.

2 charged with thefts from New Jersey submarine museum

Republican American (2018). 2 charged with thefts from New Jersey submarine museum. Republican American. 21 September.

Police uncover illegal excavation for antiquities in northern Greece

eKathimerini (2018). Police uncover illegal excavation for antiquities in northern Greece. eKathimerini. 19 September.

Police unearth interstate idol theft racket

United News of India (2018). Police unearth interstate idol theft racket. United News of India. 19 September.

Chinese tomb raiders dug underground tunnels to steal priceless objects from 3,000-year-old Yin Xu royal site

Laurie Chen (2018). Chinese tomb raiders dug underground tunnels to steal priceless objects from 3,000-year-old Yin Xu royal site. South China Morning Post. 19 September.

Sweden Arrests Person Over Royal Jewels Heist

Jan M. Olsen (2018). Sweden Arrests Person Over Royal Jewels Heist. US News and World Report. 13 September.

Hyderabad police recovers gold tiffin box, artifacts stolen from Nizam's Museum; nabs two

International Business Times (2018). Hyderabad police recovers gold tiffin box, artifacts stolen from Nizam's Museum; nabs two. International Business Times. 11 September.

Bulgarian women on trial for damaging antiquities in Athens

DW (2018). Bulgarian women on trial for damaging antiquities in Athens. DW. 10 September.

'They weren't criminals so much as idiots': The real story behind the art heist in American Animals

Emma Kelly (2018). 'They weren't criminals so much as idiots': The real story behind the art heist in American Animals. Metro. 7 September.

Massillon man accused of stealing religious relics pleads not guilty

Samantha Ickes (2018). Massillon man accused of stealing religious relics pleads not guilty. IndeOnline. 7 September.

Santorini Aphrodite retrieved in smuggling bust

eKathimerini (2018). Santorini Aphrodite retrieved in smuggling bust. eKathimerini. 5 September.

Egypt police arrest artifact gang in Cairo, seize ancient pieces: Ministry

Ayat Al Tawy (2018). Egypt police arrest artifact gang in Cairo, seize ancient pieces: Ministry. Ahram Online. 5 September.

Tourist Caught Trying to Smuggle Bricks out of Auschwitz

JTA (2018). Tourist Caught Trying to Smuggle Bricks out of Auschwitz. The Jerusalem Post. 17 July.

Suspect, 34, arrested for illegal possession of antiquities in northwestern Greece

eKathimerini (2018). Suspect, 34, arrested for illegal possession of antiquities in northwestern Greece. eKathimerini. 16 July.

Stolen National Museum artefact recovered, one held

The Hindu (2018). Stolen National Museum artefact recovered, one held. The Hindu. 14 July.

One arrested in temple theft case

The Hindu (2018). One arrested in temple theft case. The Hindu. 12 July.

Egypt arrests 7 for illegal archaeology and antiquities removal

Africa Times (2018). Egypt arrests 7 for illegal archaeology and antiquities removal. Africa Times. 11 July.

Pazhavoor Idol Theft: Notorious Smuggler's Aide Arrested Thirteen Years After Crime

Swarajya Magazine (2018). Pazhavoor Idol Theft: Notorious Smuggler's Aide Arrested Thirteen Years After Crime. Swarajya Magazine. 11 July.

TDB to honour 'girl' who helped crack temple theft

Express News Service (2018). TDB to honour 'girl' who helped crack temple theft. The New Indian Express. 10 July.

Idol theft accused arrested in Tirunelveli

Rudhran Baraasu (2018). Idol theft accused arrested in Tirunelveli. Deccan Chronicle. 8 July.

Palani idol theft: former HR&CE; official surrenders

The Hindu (2018). Palani idol theft: former HR&CE; official surrenders. The Hindu. 7 July.

PA seizes 2,571 artefacts in Hebron

Middle East Monitor (2018). PA seizes 2,571 artefacts in Hebron. Middle East Monitor. 5 July.

Three men are arrested for stealing artefacts

Khouth Sophak Chakrya (2018). Three men are arrested for stealing artefacts. The Phnom Penh Post. 5 July.

Man charged with theft of artefacts from pagoda

Buth Reaksmey Kongkea (2018). Man charged with theft of artefacts from pagoda. Khmer Times. 5 July.

Artefacts worth €40m recovered in raids across Europe

BBC News (2018). Artefacts worth €40m recovered in raids across Europe. BBC News. 4 July.

Italian police smash £30m international ancient artefact smuggling ring

John Phillips, Justin Huggler (2018). Italian police smash £30m international ancient artefact smuggling ring. The Telegraph. 4 July.

Police arrest 2 suspected illicit icon traders in Achaia

eKathimerini (2018). Police arrest 2 suspected illicit icon traders in Achaia. eKathimerini. 2 July.

Greek museum employee arrested over looted antiquities

Neos Kosmos (2018). Greek museum employee arrested over looted antiquities. Neos Kosmos. 28 May.

Blanding artifacts raid raises questions, criticism years later

Amy Joi O'Donoghue (2018). Blanding artifacts raid raises questions, criticism years later. Deseret News. 9 May.

Uttarakhand jeweller who was in cahoots with gang lands in Chandigarh police net

Hindustan Times (2018). Uttarakhand jeweller who was in cahoots with gang lands in Chandigarh police net. Hindustan Times. 23 April.

Police arrest suspect, recover stolen ivory from Anchorage antique store

Emily Russell (2018). Police arrest suspect, recover stolen ivory from Anchorage antique store. KTOO. 9 April.

German couple nabbed with antiquities, replica workshop

eKathimerini (2018). German couple nabbed with antiquities, replica workshop. eKathimerini. 3 April.

Three smugglers of precious Hellenic and Roman antiquities arrested

Neos Kosmos (2018). Three smugglers of precious Hellenic and Roman antiquities arrested. Neos Kosmos. 29 March.

Police detain 2 residents of Kyiv on suspicion of stealing bust of Lesya Ukrainka

Interfax Ukraine (2018). Police detain 2 residents of Kyiv on suspicion of stealing bust of Lesya Ukrainka. Kyiv Post. 25 March.

Two men arrested for 2010 Florida museum gold bar heist

Zachary Fagenson (2018). Two men arrested for 2010 Florida museum gold bar heist. Reuters. 30 January.

Negev antiquities robber nabbed with trove of 150 Byzantine-era coins

Amanda Borschel-Dan (2018). Negev antiquities robber nabbed with trove of 150 Byzantine-era coins. The Times of Israel. 29 January.

Man arrested for looting 150 Byzantine-era coins from archeological sites

Daniel K. Eisenbud (2018). Man arrested for looting 150 Byzantine-era coins from archeological sites. Jerusalem Post. 29 January.

Arrest in burglary, vandalism of California Route 66 Museum

Associated Press (2018). Arrest in burglary, vandalism of California Route 66 Museum. Live Auctioneers. 29 January.

Istanbul police arrest nine over artifact smuggling

Anadolu Agency (2018). Istanbul police arrest nine over artifact smuggling. Yeni Safak. 26 January.

Idol smuggle cuffs on one

Sibdas Kundu (2018). Idol smuggle cuffs on one. Telegraph India. 23 January.

Balasore Temple Idol Theft: Kingpin Of Antique Smuggling Racket Arrested From UP

Press Trust of India (2018). Balasore Temple Idol Theft: Kingpin Of Antique Smuggling Racket Arrested From UP. The Samaya. 22 January.

Former Assistant to Goldman Sachs Executive Indicted for Theft of $1.2 Million in Rare Wines

Samantha Falewée (2018). Former Assistant to Goldman Sachs Executive Indicted for Theft of $1.2 Million in Rare Wines. Wine Spectator. 22 January.

Man Nabbed At Stewart Airport Following Forged Artwork Investigation

Zak Failla, Joe Lombardi (2018). Man Nabbed At Stewart Airport Following Forged Artwork Investigation. Southwest Dutchess Daily Voice. 11 January.

Man trying to smuggle over 200 Byzantine-era artifacts detained in southern Turkey

Daily Sabah (2018). Man trying to smuggle over 200 Byzantine-era artifacts detained in southern Turkey. Daily Sabah. 8 January.

Two men arrested after drugs, ancient artefacts found in Paphos

Cyprus Mail (2018). Two men arrested after drugs, ancient artefacts found in Paphos. Cyprus Mail. 6 January.

Bullets fly as cops bust Buddha robbers at Bombing Handan festival

Keoni Everington (2017). Bullets fly as cops bust Buddha robbers at Bombing Handan festival. Taiwan News. 21 December.

'We were just hunting porcupines,' claims antiquities robber

Amanda Borschel-Dan (2017). 'We were just hunting porcupines,' claims antiquities robber. The Times of Israel. 13 December.

Lake George man who was accused in painting theft faces more charges

Don Lehman (2017). Lake George man who was accused in painting theft faces more charges. The Post Star. 5 December.

Trio Busted with 60 Stolen Pagoda Statues

Coconuts Yangon (2017). Trio Busted with 60 Stolen Pagoda Statues. Coconuts Yangon. 24 November.

Accused of Having Wanted to Sell a Fake Riopelle on eBay

The Quebec Telegram (2017). Accused of Having Wanted to Sell a Fake Riopelle on eBay. The Quebec Telegram. 23 November.

Police recover Buddha heads

Mengxi Gu (2017). Police recover Buddha heads. ECNS. 23 November.

Chinese gang face charges over Buddhist temple raid

Alice Shen (2017). Chinese gang face charges over Buddhist temple raid. South China Morning Post. 22 November.

Idol theft case: Witness identifies suspended DSP

TNN (2017). Idol theft case: Witness identifies suspended DSP. The Times of India. 20 November.

Knoxville man arrested in Maryville oil painting theft

Wes Wade (2017). Knoxville man arrested in Maryville oil painting theft. The Daily Times. 19 November.

Tomb raider gangs arrested after Chinese police smash ring that stole priceless artefacts from Han dynasty graves

Zhen Liu (2017). Tomb raider gangs arrested after Chinese police smash ring that stole priceless artefacts from Han dynasty graves. South China Morning Post. 19 November.

Delhi museum thieves held in Kolkata

TNN (2017). Delhi museum thieves held in Kolkata. The Times of India. 15 November.

Golden idol lifter arrested, articles seized

Siasat (2017). Golden idol lifter arrested, articles seized. Siasat. 15 November.

Mumbai Unit Of DRI Arrests Antique Sculpture Smuggler In Delhi

Press Trust of India (2017). Mumbai Unit Of DRI Arrests Antique Sculpture Smuggler In Delhi. Mid-day. 14 November.

Arrest made in connection to N Idaho family's stolen crystals

Danamarie McNicholl-Carter (2017). Arrest made in connection to N Idaho family's stolen crystals. KREM. 14 November.

Irish Viking artefacts recovered by Norwegian police after theft

Lorna Siggins (2017). Irish Viking artefacts recovered by Norwegian police after theft. The Irish Times. 10 November.

Two men arrested for Norway Viking museum heist

The Local (2017). Two men arrested for Norway Viking museum heist. The Local. 9 November.

Idol theft case: Masterminds arrested

TNN (2017). Idol theft case: Masterminds arrested. The Times of India. 7 November.

3 held, 23-year-old idol theft case cracked

TNN (2017). 3 held, 23-year-old idol theft case cracked. The Times of India. 6 November.

'Antique smuggler' booked by DRI: US Homeland Security starts investigation

Khushboo Narayan (2017). 'Antique smuggler' booked by DRI: US Homeland Security starts investigation. The Indian Express. 2 November.

DRI to seek US help to probe purchase of smuggled Indian artefacts in Hong Kong

Pratik Salunke (2017). DRI to seek US help to probe purchase of smuggled Indian artefacts in Hong Kong. Hindustan Times. 2 November.

Hidden Treasures of Nazis' Art Dealer Finally Go on Display

Melissa Eddy (2017). Hidden Treasures of Nazis' Art Dealer Finally Go on Display. The New York Times. 1 November.

Artist Sean Scully's Former Assistant Allegedly Stole Work to Sell at Auction

Benjamin Sutton (2017). Artist Sean Scully's Former Assistant Allegedly Stole Work to Sell at Auction. Hyperallergic. 1 November.

Two stolen tourmaline pieces recovered intact

Tom Ferrall (2017). Two stolen tourmaline pieces recovered intact. Fallbrook & Bonsall Village News. 28 October.

The man who stole gods

Narayan Lakshman (2017). The man who stole gods. The Hindu. 21 October.

600-year-old idol worth Rs 2.35 crore recovered, 4 held

TNN (2017). 600-year-old idol worth Rs 2.35 crore recovered, 4 held. The Times of India. 12 October.

Border guards detain Briton who tried to smuggle collection of antiquities from Ukraine

Interfax Ukraine (2017). Border guards detain Briton who tried to smuggle collection of antiquities from Ukraine. Interfax Ukraine. 12 October.

Theft of Marvel exec's art reads like a comic book caper

Steve Janoski (2017). Theft of Marvel exec's art reads like a comic book caper. North Jersey. 10 October.

Two held with antique idols, painting

The Hitavada (2017). Two held with antique idols, painting. The Hitavada. 6 October.

Madhya Pradesh STF arrests 2 men for smuggling antiques

P. Naveen (2017). Madhya Pradesh STF arrests 2 men for smuggling antiques. The Times of India. 5 October.

After Tip-Off, Police Roll Up Nationwide Tomb Raiding Gangs

Shao Ke (2017). After Tip-Off, Police Roll Up Nationwide Tomb Raiding Gangs. Sixth Tone. 3 October.

He smuggled a rhino horn artifact out of Miami, but the feds were watching

Kyle Swenson (2017). He smuggled a rhino horn artifact out of Miami, but the feds were watching. The Washington Post. 2 October.

Four including temple staff held for stealing silver palanquin

TNN (2017). Four including temple staff held for stealing silver palanquin. The Times of India. 29 September.

Four held for stealing silver palanquin

The Hindu (2017). Four held for stealing silver palanquin. The Hindu. 28 September.

4 robbers held, booty worth Rs 7.5 lakh seized

Express News Service (2017). 4 robbers held, booty worth Rs 7.5 lakh seized. The New Indian Express. 28 September.

Inter-state robbers nabbed

The Hans India (2017). Inter-state robbers nabbed. The Hans India. 27 September.

Idol lifting case: accused produced in court

The Hindu (2017). Idol lifting case: accused produced in court. The Hindu. 26 September.

DSP held in idol theft case proves hard nut to crack

A Selvaraj (2017). DSP held in idol theft case proves hard nut to crack. The Times of India. 24 September.

Un detenido por robar piezas arqueológicas del yacimiento íbero de Ulldecona

One detained for stealing archaeological pieces from Iberian site of Ulldecona

"La Vanguardia" (2017). Un detenido por robar piezas arqueológicas del yacimiento íbero de Ulldecona. La Vanguardia. 24 September.

Suspended DSP produced in court

The Hindu (2017). Suspended DSP produced in court. The Hindu. 23 September.

Idol theft case: Arrested cop didn't cooperate with investigators, says police officer

A. Selvaraj (2017). Idol theft case: Arrested cop didn't cooperate with investigators, says police officer. The Times of India. 23 September.

Idol theft gang falls in CID trap

Express News Service (2017). Idol theft gang falls in CID trap. The New Indian Express. 22 September.

Taiwan and Vietnamese men arrested for illegal logging

Asia Times (2017). Taiwan and Vietnamese men arrested for illegal logging. Asia Times. 22 September.

NBI: Nine face possible charges in major art forgery case

YLE (2017). NBI: Nine face possible charges in major art forgery case. YLE. 20 September.

Stolen church items found after tipoff during confession

Times of Malta (2017). Stolen church items found after tipoff during confession. Times of Malta. 19 September.

Ivory Dealer Goes Undercover to Help Bust Wildlife Smuggler

Associated Press (2017). Ivory Dealer Goes Undercover to Help Bust Wildlife Smuggler. US News and World Report. 19 September.

Two suspects arrested over illegal excavation in Cairo and Sharqia

Al-Masry Al-Youm (2017). Two suspects arrested over illegal excavation in Cairo and Sharqia. Egypt Independent. 18 September.

Man charged with antiquities theft over fossils

eKathimerini (2017). Man charged with antiquities theft over fossils. eKathimerini. 15 September.

Thieves break into Latin Catholic Church in Istanbul's Beyoğlu, steal artifacts

Çetin Aydın (2017). Thieves break into Latin Catholic Church in Istanbul's Beyoğlu, steal artifacts. Hurriyet Daily News. 15 September.

Thieves break into Armenian Orthodox church in Istanbul's Beyoğlu, steal artefacts

Hurriyet Daily News (2017). Thieves break into Armenian Orthodox church in Istanbul's Beyoğlu, steal artefacts. Hurriyet Daily News. 15 September.

Tamil Nadu: Absconding DSP held for idol robbery

Deccan Chronicle (2017). Tamil Nadu: Absconding DSP held for idol robbery. Deccan Chronicle. 15 September.

DSP wanted in antique idols smuggling case arrested

R. Rajaram (2017). DSP wanted in antique idols smuggling case arrested. The Hindu. 14 September.

Metro station police foil security guard's attempt to steal artefact from Coptic Museum

Nevine El-Aref (2017). Metro station police foil security guard's attempt to steal artefact from Coptic Museum. Ahram Online. 14 September.

Police in Italy fight back against theft of art from churches

The Local (2017). Police in Italy fight back against theft of art from churches. The Local. 13 September.

German Police Uncover $3 Million Art Heist, Including Baselitz Work

Edmund Heaphy (2017). German Police Uncover $3 Million Art Heist, Including Baselitz Work. The New York Times. 5 September.

Jailed YouTuber: 'Not proud' of prank

Calum Macdonald (2017). Jailed YouTuber: 'Not proud' of prank. BBC News. 3 September.

Illegal treasure-hunter arrested in Crete

eKathimerini (2017). Illegal treasure-hunter arrested in Crete. eKathimerini. 31 August.

Briton arrested in Spanish hotel on suspicion of stealing ancient artifacts from Italy

James Badcock, Nick Squires (2017). Briton arrested in Spanish hotel on suspicion of stealing ancient artifacts from Italy. The Telegraph. 29 August.

Briton arrested in Turkey over coins he found while snorkelling

Kevin Rawlinson (2017). Briton arrested in Turkey over coins he found while snorkelling. The Guardian. 23 August.

Six Men Charged with Illegal Diving for Antiquities in Mani

Theo Ioannou (2017). Six Men Charged with Illegal Diving for Antiquities in Mani. Greek Reporter. 23 August.

Police seize ancient tapestry in southern Turkey

Yusuf Koyun (2017). Police seize ancient tapestry in southern Turkey. Andalou Agency. 21 August.

Gang of four held, three panchaloha idols recovered from them

TNN (2017). Gang of four held, three panchaloha idols recovered from them. The Times of India. 19 August.

Four persons arrested, stolen property recovered

The Hindu (2017). Four persons arrested, stolen property recovered. The Hindu. 19 August.

Chinese police arrest 22 cultural relic thieves

China Radio International (2017). Chinese police arrest 22 cultural relic thieves. GB Times. 18 August.

Two customs officials booked in antiques smuggling case

Mohammad Asghar (2017). Two customs officials booked in antiques smuggling case. Dawn. 17 August.

Homeless man arrested following theft of horse sculpture from Augustine Gallery

Rich Jones (2017). Homeless man arrested following theft of horse sculpture from Augustine Gallery. WOKV. 14 August.

Greek Police help Egyptian peers arrest antiquities trader

eKathimerini (2017). Greek Police help Egyptian peers arrest antiquities trader. eKathimerini. 12 August.

China: detained audacious looting of ancient tombs

The Mice Times of Asia (2017). China: detained audacious looting of ancient tombs. The Mice Times of Asia. 11 August.

Idol Wing-CID opposes anticipatory bail to DSP

The Hindu (2017). Idol Wing-CID opposes anticipatory bail to DSP. The Hindu. 11 August.

Gang Stealing Artwork in Costa Rica Luxury Neighborhoods

The Costa Rican Times (2017). Gang Stealing Artwork in Costa Rica Luxury Neighborhoods. The Costa Rican Times. 10 August.

The Strange, Sad Story of Joe Orton, His Lover, and 72 Stolen Library Books

Natasha Frost (2017). The Strange, Sad Story of Joe Orton, His Lover, and 72 Stolen Library Books. Atlas Obscura. 9 August.

Idol smuggler produced in court

The Hindu (2017). Idol smuggler produced in court. The Hindu. 8 August.

6 stolen idols worth Rs 8 cr found in WB

DNA (2017). 6 stolen idols worth Rs 8 cr found in WB. DNA. 6 August.

Detenido tras robar donativos de los feligreses y un cofre del siglo XVIII de una iglesia de Puente Genil

Arrest made for theft of parishioner donations and 18th century chest from Puente Genil church

ABC Spain (2017). Detenido tras robar donativos de los feligreses y un cofre del siglo XVIII de una iglesia de Puente Genil. ABC Spain. 5 August.

Idol theft Temple officials including priests in TN booked for theft of six ancient idols

DNA (2017). Idol theft Temple officials including priests in TN booked for theft of six ancient idols. DNA. 3 August.

Seven Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowment department officials booked for theft of 6 idols

TNN (2017). Seven Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowment department officials booked for theft of 6 idols. The Times of India. 2 August.

Spanish Police Arrest Collector's Disgruntled Employee for Alleged Basquiat Theft in Mallorca

Lorena Muñoz-Alonso (2017). Spanish Police Arrest Collector's Disgruntled Employee for Alleged Basquiat Theft in Mallorca. ArtNet News. 1 August.

Arrest of Jerusalem antiquities dealers opens a smuggling Pandora's Box

Amanda Borschel-Dan (2017). Arrest of Jerusalem antiquities dealers opens a smuggling Pandora's Box. The Times of Israel. 1 August.

Police arrest 5 in $20 million black market antiquities, tax fraud sting

Daniel K. Eisenbud (2017). Police arrest 5 in $20 million black market antiquities, tax fraud sting. The Jerusalem Post. 30 July.

Bombay HC quashes lower court order to release passport of antiques 'smuggler'

Express News Service (2017). Bombay HC quashes lower court order to release passport of antiques 'smuggler'. The Indian Express. 28 July.

Stolen £3.3m solid gold Queen Elizabeth II coin 'found melted down' after 'Lebanese mafia' arrests

Rachel Bishop (2017). Stolen £3.3m solid gold Queen Elizabeth II coin 'found melted down' after 'Lebanese mafia' arrests. The Mirror. 28 July.

New charge added in theft of nautical items

Haven Orecchio–Egresitz (2017). New charge added in theft of nautical items. Cape Cod Times. 27 July.

Police foil attempt to steal goddess Isis statue in Nubia Museum

Egypt Independent (2017). Police foil attempt to steal goddess Isis statue in Nubia Museum. Egypt Independent. 24 July.

Art thief caught with 'Aladdin's cave' of stolen goods after 20-year spree

Rory Mulholland (2017). Art thief caught with 'Aladdin's cave' of stolen goods after 20-year spree. The Telegraph. 24 July.

Palestinian caught trying to smuggle rare, ancient coins from Gaza

The Times of Israel (2017). Palestinian caught trying to smuggle rare, ancient coins from Gaza. The Times of Israel. 16 July.

Germany makes arrests over theft of giant solid-gold coin

BBC News (2017). Germany makes arrests over theft of giant solid-gold coin. BBC News. 12 July.

Four Are Arrested in Theft of Giant Gold Coin From Berlin Museum

David Shimer (2017). Four Are Arrested in Theft of Giant Gold Coin From Berlin Museum. The New York Times. 12 July.

Idol theft: DSP seeks advance bail

The Hindu (2017). Idol theft: DSP seeks advance bail. The Hindu. 10 July.

Palermo: robó reliquias en una iglesia y fue detenido

Diario Popular (2017). Palermo: robó reliquias en una iglesia y fue detenido. Diario Popular. 9 July.

Rag picker held in Kukatpally for temple thefts

Telangana Today (2017). Rag picker held in Kukatpally for temple thefts. Telangana Today. 6 July.

Two arrested in emerald lingam theft

TNN (2017). Two arrested in emerald lingam theft. The Times of India. 4 July.

Man wanted in several robbery cases nabbed

The Hindu (2017). Man wanted in several robbery cases nabbed. The Hindu. 2 July.

Idol theft: DSP on the run

R. Sivaraman (2017). Idol theft: DSP on the run. The Hindu. 29 June.

53 held for auction trading fraud

Chen Huizhi (2017). 53 held for auction trading fraud. Shanghai Daily. 29 June.

Gold-covered mast of Kerala's Sabarimala temple found damaged; 3 held

Press Trust of India (2017). Gold-covered mast of Kerala's Sabarimala temple found damaged; 3 held. The Indian Express. 25 June.

Smugglers caught with 2,500-year-old artifacts from Turkey's Knidos

Daily Sabah (2017). Smugglers caught with 2,500-year-old artifacts from Turkey's Knidos. Daily Sabah. 22 June.

Two of eight-man gang held, idols recovered

The Hindu (2017). Two of eight-man gang held, idols recovered. The Hindu. 22 June.

Smuggling of idols: Advance bail plea of Delhi-based man opposed

TNN (2017). Smuggling of idols: Advance bail plea of Delhi-based man opposed. The Times of India. 21 June.

Thief arrested, stolen items recovered

Daily Excelsior (2017). Thief arrested, stolen items recovered. Daily Excelsior. 18 June.

Idol theft case: Madras High Court seeks action against police officials

Deepa Biswas (2017). Idol theft case: Madras High Court seeks action against police officials. India Live Today. 18 June.

A month later, burglar caught in Ulhasnagar with jewellery stolen from Challiaha temple

Pradeep Gupta (2017). A month later, burglar caught in Ulhasnagar with jewellery stolen from Challiaha temple. The Times of India. 17 June.

Son attempted to sell painting stolen from mother's Portland home to N.Y. art gallery for $60,000, feds allege

Maxine Bernstein (2017). Son attempted to sell painting stolen from mother's Portland home to N.Y. art gallery for $60,000, feds allege. The Oregonian. 16 June.

Recuperan la reliquia de Don Bosco

"Periodista Digital" (2017). Recuperan la reliquia de Don Bosco. Periodista Digital. 16 June.

NOPD arrests reputed art forger wanted in New York

Jed Lipinski (2017). NOPD arrests reputed art forger wanted in New York. The Times-Picayune. 15 June.

2 arrested for trying to smuggle out antique idol

Millennium Post (2017). 2 arrested for trying to smuggle out antique idol. Millennium Post. 12 June.

Israel Nabs 'Antiquities Pirates' at Archaeological Site

Daniel K. Eisenbud (2017). Israel Nabs 'Antiquities Pirates' at Archaeological Site. The Jerusalem Post. 12 June.

Mumbai Jain temple theft: Thief turned off CCTVs to steal gold strips

Anurag Kamble (2017). Mumbai Jain temple theft: Thief turned off CCTVs to steal gold strips. Mid-day. 7 June.

Arunachal: Divorce, tale of revenge and greed behind theft of 900-yr-old statue

Shiv Sunny (2017). Arunachal: Divorce, tale of revenge and greed behind theft of 900-yr-old statue. Hindustan Times. 7 June.

900-year-old Antique Buddha Idol Stolen From Tawang, Recovered in Delhi

Nitisha Kashyap (2017). 900-year-old Antique Buddha Idol Stolen From Tawang, Recovered in Delhi. News 18. 5 June.

Insólito: robaron la campana de una iglesia y la cargaron en el auto

Unusual: Bell stolen from a church and loaded into a car

El Periódico (2017). Insólito: robaron la campana de una iglesia y la cargaron en el auto. El Periódico. 29 May.

Greek police recover illegally excavated statue, arrest 2

Associated Press (2017). Greek police recover illegally excavated statue, arrest 2. The Republic. 26 May.

Swan statue stolen by naked man has been found in Florida

Associated Press (2017). Swan statue stolen by naked man has been found in Florida. CBS. 26 May.

Bulgaria recovers over 5,000 antiquities in joint anti-smuggling op with Turkey, France

AFP (2017). Bulgaria recovers over 5,000 antiquities in joint anti-smuggling op with Turkey, France. Daily Sabah. 26 May.

Ancient tomb seized from treasure hunters in central Turkey

Anadolu Agency (2017). Ancient tomb seized from treasure hunters in central Turkey. Hurriyet Daily News. 26 May.

Two arrested after theft of rare artifacts near Barnesville, Minn.

Jim Monk (2017). Two arrested after theft of rare artifacts near Barnesville, Minn.. KFGO. 25 May.

Birthday girl, boyfriend arrested for art theft

Global Times (2017). Birthday girl, boyfriend arrested for art theft. Global Times. 22 May.

Greek Police Arrest 3 Antiquity Smugglers at Grevena

Philip Chrysopoulos (2017). Greek Police Arrest 3 Antiquity Smugglers at Grevena. Greek Reporter. 21 May.

Caretaker accused of stealing $37,500 in jewelry, artifacts

Adrinenne Cutway (2017). Caretaker accused of stealing $37,500 in jewelry, artifacts. Click Orlando. 19 May.

Antique Shivalinga recovered, two held

Kashi Prasad (2017). Antique Shivalinga recovered, two held. The Times of India. 15 May.

Suspect nabbed after theft from historic Rolls-Royce

Andy Rosen (2017). Suspect nabbed after theft from historic Rolls-Royce. The Boston Globe. 15 May.

"Tomb raider" arrested after 23 years on the run

Hou Qiang (2017). "Tomb raider" arrested after 23 years on the run. Xinhua. 14 May.

Cops recover stolen idols worth Rs 180 crore

TNN (2017). Cops recover stolen idols worth Rs 180 crore. The Times of India. 13 May.

Police recover stolen ancient coins, lamps, other antiquities near Hebron

Jacob Magid (2017). Police recover stolen ancient coins, lamps, other antiquities near Hebron. The Times of Israel. 12 May.

Man arrested for possession of rare antiquities in Greece

Tornos News (2017). Man arrested for possession of rare antiquities in Greece. Tornos News. 11 May.

Pair appear in court over alleged art theft near comedians north-east home

Karen Roberts (2017). Pair appear in court over alleged art theft near comedians north-east home. Evening Express. 10 May.

SSB, Customs seize idols worth Rs 35 cr, one arrested

Amitava Banerjee (2017). SSB, Customs seize idols worth Rs 35 cr, one arrested. Millennium Post. 8 May.

'Mammoth Man' detained as he smuggled tusk pieces under his clothes

The Siberian Times (2017). 'Mammoth Man' detained as he smuggled tusk pieces under his clothes. The Siberian Times. 8 May.

All artifacts recovered from Herrett Center theft

Emily Duke (2017). All artifacts recovered from Herrett Center theft. KMVT. 3 May.

Naked man in a box who crashed the Met gala is arrested

Helen Stoilas (2017). Naked man in a box who crashed the Met gala is arrested. The Art Newspaper. 2 May.

8 get 3 years jail for idol theft

Press Trust of India (2017). 8 get 3 years jail for idol theft. India. 2 May.

Chinese history buff uses feng shui knowledge to raid ancient tombs

Eva Li (2017). Chinese history buff uses feng shui knowledge to raid ancient tombs. South China Morning Post. 28 April.

Man who faked well-known artwork arrested by National Police

John Smith (2017). Man who faked well-known artwork arrested by National Police. EuroWeekly. 27 April.

SSB seizes antique idol being smuggled to Nepal

IANS (2017). SSB seizes antique idol being smuggled to Nepal. India. 27 April.

Smugglers with idol of Goddess Radha arrested

Press Trust of India (2017). Smugglers with idol of Goddess Radha arrested. Business Standard. 22 April.

Man accused of stealing 'Mein Kampf' from Collinsville museum because it 'fascinated' him

Dana Rieck (2017). Man accused of stealing 'Mein Kampf' from Collinsville museum because it 'fascinated' him. Belleville News-Democrat. 21 April.

Stolen book returned to Collinsville library; arrest made in theft

Elizabeth Donald (2017). Stolen book returned to Collinsville library; arrest made in theft. Belleville News-Democrat. 20 April.

How a California Anesthesiologist Became One of America's Largest Antiquities Looters

Kathleen Sharp (2017). How a California Anesthesiologist Became One of America's Largest Antiquities Looters. Mens Journal. 20 April.

Stolen Panchaloha idol seized, youth held

Web India 123 (2017). Stolen Panchaloha idol seized, youth held. Web India 123. 18 April.

Smuggler with six Gupta period idols arrested

Outlook (2017). Smuggler with six Gupta period idols arrested. Outlook. 15 April.

Police recover 2 of 5 replica artifacts stolen from Herrett Center, identify suspect

Alex Riggins (2017). Police recover 2 of 5 replica artifacts stolen from Herrett Center, identify suspect. Magic Valley. 14 April.

NASA 'sting' operation against 74-year-old widow of Apollo engineer draws court rebuke

Fred Barbash (2017). NASA 'sting' operation against 74-year-old widow of Apollo engineer draws court rebuke. The Washington Post. 14 April.

2 arrested for smuggling 11th C idol

TNN (2017). 2 arrested for smuggling 11th C idol. The Times of India. 13 April.

Ecuadoran tourist cited for writing names on Roman Colosseum

Associated Press (2017). Ecuadoran tourist cited for writing names on Roman Colosseum. The Daily Mail. 11 April.

Delayed charge sheet earns bail for antiques smuggler Nanda

Mumbai Mirror (2017). Delayed charge sheet earns bail for antiques smuggler Nanda. Mumbai Mirror. 11 April.

German art police target Munich show in early March

Jeff Starck (2017). German art police target Munich show in early March. Coin World. 31 March.

3 Are Held on Suspicion of Plot to Attack Rialto Bridge in Venice

Elisabetta Povoledo (2017). 3 Are Held on Suspicion of Plot to Attack Rialto Bridge in Venice. The New York Times. 30 March.

Deputy director at Hermitage put under house arrest

Sophia Kishkovsky (2017). Deputy director at Hermitage put under house arrest. The Art Newspaper. 30 March.

Israel Arrests Temple Mount Officials After Assault on Archaeologists

Nir Hasson (2017). Israel Arrests Temple Mount Officials After Assault on Archaeologists. Haaretz. 29 March.

Egypt recovers objects stolen from Al-Imam Al-Shafie Dome

Nevine El-Aref (2017). Egypt recovers objects stolen from Al-Imam Al-Shafie Dome. Ahram Online. 29 March.

Robert Gentile, A Suspect In Gardner Museum Art Heist, Agrees To Plead Guilty To Weapons Charges

Edmund H. Mahoney (2017). Robert Gentile, A Suspect In Gardner Museum Art Heist, Agrees To Plead Guilty To Weapons Charges. The Hartford Courant. 28 March.

3 arrested for selling ancient artifacts in Istanbul

Daily Sabah (2017). 3 arrested for selling ancient artifacts in Istanbul. Daily Sabah. 27 March.

Man caught selling thousands of dollars' worth of stolen Nevada Museum Antiques on Ebay

Faith Jessie (2017). Man caught selling thousands of dollars' worth of stolen Nevada Museum Antiques on Ebay. 3 News. 25 March.

11 arrested for desecrating Auschwitz

Ben Ariel (2017). 11 arrested for desecrating Auschwitz. Arutz Sheva. 24 March.

Hundreds of Chinese temple paintings recovered, 23 theft suspects arrested so far

Kinling Lo (2017). Hundreds of Chinese temple paintings recovered, 23 theft suspects arrested so far. South China Morning Post. 23 March.

Relic hunters loot murals in Shanxi temples

Yang Sheng (2017). Relic hunters loot murals in Shanxi temples. Global Times. 22 March.

Three burglars held, stolen items worth thousands recovered

TNN (2017). Three burglars held, stolen items worth thousands recovered. The Times of India. 21 March.

Dinosaur Egg-Stealing Spree Leads to Arrests in China

Sarah Cascone (2017). Dinosaur Egg-Stealing Spree Leads to Arrests in China. ArtNet News. 21 March.

Chinese police arrest dinosaur-egg bandit

AFP (2017). Chinese police arrest dinosaur-egg bandit. The Straits Times. 20 March.

Man charged over attack on Gainsborough painting at National Gallery

Alice Ross (2017). Man charged over attack on Gainsborough painting at National Gallery. The Guardian. 19 March.

Detenido tras robar limosnas y varias joyas en siete iglesias

Arrest for theft of offerings and various jewels in seven churches

A. Rodriguez Ourense (2017). Detenido tras robar limosnas y varias joyas en siete iglesias. Atlántico. 17 March.

Man (52) who damaged Monet painting admits supermarket theft

Nicola Donnelly (2017). Man (52) who damaged Monet painting admits supermarket theft. Irish Independent. 11 March.

Police ask for help finding stolen painting

Channel 3000 (2017). Police ask for help finding stolen painting. Channel 3000. 11 March.

Tunisian authorities foil smuggling of 15th-century Torah scroll

Roi Kais (2017). Tunisian authorities foil smuggling of 15th-century Torah scroll. Ynet News. 11 March.

Chinese grave robbers poison themselves inside ancient tomb

Mo Hong'e (2017). Chinese grave robbers poison themselves inside ancient tomb. ECNS. 10 March.

A Painting and News Report Land a Turkish Artist in Prison

Seph Rodney (2017). A Painting and News Report Land a Turkish Artist in Prison. Hyperallergic. 9 March.

Idol smuggling suspect kills self

The Hindu (2017). Idol smuggling suspect kills self. The Hindu. 9 March.

Detenidas cuatro personas por robo de reliquia del museo de la Virgen del Valle

Four people arrested for theft of reliquary from the museum of the Virgen del Valle

María Eugenia Ramírez (2017). Detenidas cuatro personas por robo de reliquia del museo de la Virgen del Valle. El Carabobeño. 7 March.

Antiquities theft from second temple period prevented in central Israel

Daniel K. Eisenbud (2017). Antiquities theft from second temple period prevented in central Israel. The Jerusalem Post. 6 March.

Tres detenidos por robar a la familia Borbón-Dos Sicilias

Three arrested for theft from the Borbón-Dos Sicilias family

Noticias de Gipuzkoa (2017). Tres detenidos por robar a la familia Borbón-Dos Sicilias. Noticias de Gipuzkoa. 6 March.

Antique smuggling racket: Key idol smuggler held in police raid

Vijay Kumar Yadav (2017). Antique smuggling racket: Key idol smuggler held in police raid. Mid-day. 4 March.

Detienen a un vecino de Calonge que robó el cáliz de la iglesia de Sant Martí

Resident of Calonge arrested for stealing a chalice from the church of San Martí

EFE (2017). Detienen a un vecino de Calonge que robó el cáliz de la iglesia de Sant Martí. La Vanguardia. 28 February.

Man exposes himself to four women at ancient monument site

Michael Race (2017). Man exposes himself to four women at ancient monument site. The Oxford Times. 27 February.

Guardia Civil arrest a gang involved in producing and selling fake paintings

John Smith (2017). Guardia Civil arrest a gang involved in producing and selling fake paintings. EuroWeekly. 23 February.

Five held with stolen panchaloha idol

TNN (2017). Five held with stolen panchaloha idol. Bosco Dominique. 23 February.

Priceless 18th century icon seized in car trunk in Turkey's Adana

Fatih Karacali (2017). Priceless 18th century icon seized in car trunk in Turkey's Adana. Hurriyet Daily News. 22 February.

Suspect arrested in theft of LeBron James painting

Maria Arcega-Dunn (2017). Suspect arrested in theft of LeBron James painting. Fox. 20 February.

"Spiderman" art thief gets eight years for €100 million heist of works including Matisse and Picasso

Henry Samuel (2017). "Spiderman" art thief gets eight years for €100 million heist of works including Matisse and Picasso. The Telegraph. 20 February.

Family catches antiquity thief in the act

Arutz Sheva (2017). Family catches antiquity thief in the act. Arutz Sheva. 20 February.

Palestinian nabbed at crossing with sack of ancient coins

Ilan Ben Zion (2017). Palestinian nabbed at crossing with sack of ancient coins. The Times of Israel. 20 February.

Israeli authorities foil ancient Roman coin smuggling attempt

Ido Ben Porat (2017). Israeli authorities foil ancient Roman coin smuggling attempt. Arutz Sheva. 20 February.

Tourist Arrested For Vandalizing Colosseum With Ancient Coin

Glory Moralidad (2017). Tourist Arrested For Vandalizing Colosseum With Ancient Coin. Travelers Today. 18 February.

Stolen Guercino found in Casablanca

ANSA (2017). Stolen Guercino found in Casablanca. ANSA. 16 February.

4 held with ancient Buddha idol

The Kathmandu Post (2017). 4 held with ancient Buddha idol. The Kathmandu Post. 16 February.

Greek police arrest 81-year-old ex-poultry baron for undeclared antiquities

Tornos News (2017). Greek police arrest 81-year-old ex-poultry baron for undeclared antiquities. Tornos News. 15 February.

Thieves who stole Satyarthi's Nobel don't remember if they took certificate

Press Trust of India (2017). Thieves who stole Satyarthi's Nobel don't remember if they took certificate. Deccan Chronicle. 14 February.

A lawsuit involving American Indian artifacts, alleged excessive force and a Utahn's suicide has hit another wall

Brian Maffly (2017). A lawsuit involving American Indian artifacts, alleged excessive force and a Utahn's suicide has hit another wall. The Salt Lake Tribune. 13 February.

Albania stops smugglers of 230 ancient Apollonia artifacts

Associated Press (2017). Albania stops smugglers of 230 ancient Apollonia artifacts. The Pueblo Chieftan. 12 February.

Kailash Satyarthi's stolen Nobel replica recovered, 3 arrested

TNN (2017). Kailash Satyarthi's stolen Nobel replica recovered, 3 arrested. The Times of India. 12 February.

Pensioner jailed for spate of art thefts

Fiona Hamilton (2017). Pensioner jailed for spate of art thefts. The Times. 11 February.

Attempted art heist on Super Bowl foiled by BU students

Nicole Fleming (2017). Attempted art heist on Super Bowl foiled by BU students. The Boston Globe. 11 February.

Hombre que robó obra de arte fue detenido tras jactarse de delito para hablar con mujer

Man who stole piece of art was arrested after boasting of crime to woman

P. Silva (2017). Hombre que robó obra de arte fue detenido tras jactarse de delito para hablar con mujer. La Tercera. 10 February.

Encroachments removed from Dahshour necropolis site: Ministry

Nevine El-Aref (2017). Encroachments removed from Dahshour necropolis site: Ministry. Ahram Online. 10 February.

5 detained in Turkey for attempting to sell painting claimed to be Picasso's work

Daily Sabah (2017). 5 detained in Turkey for attempting to sell painting claimed to be Picasso's work. Daily Sabah. 9 February.

Indian cops arrest US businessman over idol smuggling

AFP (2017). Indian cops arrest US businessman over idol smuggling. The Daily Mail. 8 February.

Police seize 1 billion liras worth of Hellenistic jewelry in western Turkey

Daily Sabah (2017). Police seize 1 billion liras worth of Hellenistic jewelry in western Turkey. Daily Sabah. 7 February.

Antiquities robber caught red-handed in a Byzantine site

Elisha Ben Kimon (2017). Antiquities robber caught red-handed in a Byzantine site. Ynet News. 7 February.

Newbury Street gallery robbed, and suspected thief caught within moments

John R. Ellement (2017). Newbury Street gallery robbed, and suspected thief caught within moments. The Boston Globe. 6 February.

Van por 'ladrones' de vestigios mayas en Umán

Police go after 'thieves' of Maya ruins in Umán

Luis Fuente (2017). Van por 'ladrones' de vestigios mayas en Umán. Milenio. 5 February.

गोरखपुर में पांच करोड़ की मूर्ति बरामद तस्कर गिरफ्तार

Smuggler arrested with lord buddha stolen in Gorakhpur

Patrika (2017). गोरखपुर में पांच करोड़ की मूर्ति बरामद तस्कर गिरफ्तार. Patrika. 5 February.

For Paris 'Spiderman,' Stealing 5 Museum Masterpieces Was No Sweat

Benoît Morenne (2017). For Paris 'Spiderman,' Stealing 5 Museum Masterpieces Was No Sweat. The New York Times. 3 February.

Police seize 801 artifacts, preventing illegal sale in Sharqiya

Egypt Independent (2017). Police seize 801 artifacts, preventing illegal sale in Sharqiya. Egypt Independent. 2 February.

'Art thief' hearing to finish quickly

Phusadee Arumas (2017). 'Art thief' hearing to finish quickly. Bangkok Post. 31 January.

Six Treasure Hunters Inside an Ancient Canal in Eppawala Arrested

Hiru News (2017). Six Treasure Hunters Inside an Ancient Canal in Eppawala Arrested. Hiru News. 31 January.

Art thieves suspected of Francis Bacon heist arrested in Madrid

The Local (2017). Art thieves suspected of Francis Bacon heist arrested in Madrid. The Local. 31 January.

Sarasota art theft suspects caught

10 News (2017). Sarasota art theft suspects caught. 10 News. 30 January.

150 वर्ष पुरानी अष्टधातु मूर्ति चोरी का खुलासा

Theft of 150 year old ashtadhatu idol revealed in Varanasi

Khaskhabar (2017). 150 वर्ष पुरानी अष्टधातु मूर्ति चोरी का खुलासा. Khaskhabar. 27 January.

Lamps stolen from Cairo's El-Refai Mosque recovered

Nevine El-Aref (2017). Lamps stolen from Cairo's El-Refai Mosque recovered. Ahram Online. 24 January.

Smugglers captured trying to sell ancient artifacts

Ihlas News Agency (2017). Smugglers captured trying to sell ancient artifacts. Daily Sabah. 23 January.

Cyprus Police seize 1.383 artworks and antiquities during operation "Pandora"

Famagusta Gazette (2017). Cyprus Police seize 1.383 artworks and antiquities during operation "Pandora". Famagusta Gazette. 23 January.

Greek Antiquities Among 3,500 Illegally Obtained Objects Confiscated

Philip Chrysopoulos (2017). Greek Antiquities Among 3,500 Illegally Obtained Objects Confiscated. Greek Reporter. 23 January.

Cuban Dissident Artist 'El Sexto' Released From Maximum Security Prison

Alyssa Buffenstein (2017). Cuban Dissident Artist 'El Sexto' Released From Maximum Security Prison. ArtNet News. 23 January.

Art returned after burglary admitted

Daniel Birchfield (2017). Art returned after burglary admitted. Otago Daily Times. 23 January.

Europol: Nearly 250 arrests in Operation Bosphorus against smuggling of Turkish pistols via Bulgaria

The Sofia Globe (2017). Europol: Nearly 250 arrests in Operation Bosphorus against smuggling of Turkish pistols via Bulgaria. The Sofia Globe. 23 January.

Spanish Police Announce Arrests in Cultural Artifacts Ring

Associated Press (2017). Spanish Police Announce Arrests in Cultural Artifacts Ring. The New York Times. 22 January.

Una macrooperación de la Europol permite recuperar más de 3.500 obras de arte

A Europol macrooperation results in the recovery of more than 3,500 art objects

La Vanguardia (2017). Una macrooperación de la Europol permite recuperar más de 3.500 obras de arte. La Vanguardia. 22 January.

Movie director arrested over archaeological paintings theft

Al-Masry Al-Youm (2017). Movie director arrested over archaeological paintings theft. Egypt Independent. 20 January.

Caught red-handed: 11 grave robbers arrested at northern ruins

Arutz Sheva (2017). Caught red-handed: 11 grave robbers arrested at northern ruins. Arutz Sheva. 19 January.

2 Arrested for Stealing Silver Throne, Temple Donations

Gargi Verma (2017). 2 Arrested for Stealing Silver Throne, Temple Donations. Mumbai Mirror. 18 January.

2 arrested over Karave temple theft case

TNN (2017). 2 arrested over Karave temple theft case. The Times of India. 18 January.

Russian Dissident Artist Pyotr Pavlensky Seeks Political Asylum in France

Alyssa Buffenstein (2017). Russian Dissident Artist Pyotr Pavlensky Seeks Political Asylum in France. ArtNet News. 16 January.

Alleged grave robber arrested near temple

Kong Meta (2017). Alleged grave robber arrested near temple. The Phnom Penh Post. 16 January.

Withers attorney analyzes New York antiquities scandal

Macaela J. Bennett (2017). Withers attorney analyzes New York antiquities scandal. Greenwich Time. 12 January.

Stolen Panchaloha idols seized from trio on bike

TNN (2017). Stolen Panchaloha idols seized from trio on bike. The Times of India. 12 January.

A prisión por robar un cáliz y dinero de la lotería de una iglesia de Onda

Prison for theft of a chalice and lottery money from an Onda church

El Mundo (2017). A prisión por robar un cáliz y dinero de la lotería de una iglesia de Onda. El Mundo. 11 January.

Police not 'a-moo-zed' after finding stolen Surrey Cow Parade sculpture

Eagle Radio (2017). Police not 'a-moo-zed' after finding stolen Surrey Cow Parade sculpture. Eagle Radio. 11 January.

Detenidos por robar en una iglesia de Onda

Arrests for theft in an Onda church

Paula Varella (2017). Detenidos por robar en una iglesia de Onda. Cadena Ser. 11 January.

Davis Charged With Stealing Large Contemporary Painting

Chattanoogan (2017). Davis Charged With Stealing Large Contemporary Painting. Chattanoogan. 11 January.

Bismillah Khan's stolen shehnais recovered; grandson, 2 others arrested

Hindustan Times (2017). Bismillah Khan's stolen shehnais recovered; grandson, 2 others arrested. Hindustan Times. 10 January.

Police looking for Jumla's stolen idols arrest other criminals

D B Buda (2017). Police looking for Jumla's stolen idols arrest other criminals. My Republica. 7 January.

Bust of Marathi playwright Ram Ganesh Gadkari vandalized, 4 held

Prasad Kulkarni (2017). Bust of Marathi playwright Ram Ganesh Gadkari vandalized, 4 held. The Times of India. 4 January.

Man charged in replica, artifact thefts from Fort Dobbs

Record & Landmark (2016). Man charged in replica, artifact thefts from Fort Dobbs. Record & Landmark. 29 December.

Three suspects in theft of Levitan paintings from museum arrested

RAPSI (2016). Three suspects in theft of Levitan paintings from museum arrested. RAPSI. 28 December.

Subhash Kapoor remanded in Pazhavoor idol theft case

Pon Vasanth Arunchalam (2016). Subhash Kapoor remanded in Pazhavoor idol theft case. The Hindu. 27 December.

Web of smugglers linked to New York art gallery

T.K. Rohit (2016). Web of smugglers linked to New York art gallery. The Hindu. 24 December.

Angkorian Artifact Dealer Arrested in New York

Ben Paviour (2016). Angkorian Artifact Dealer Arrested in New York. The Cambodia Daily. 23 December.

Art dealer Nancy Wiener who sold stolen Buddha to NGA arrested

Michaela Boland (2016). Art dealer Nancy Wiener who sold stolen Buddha to NGA arrested. The Australian. 22 December.

New York Art Dealer Charged With Trafficking Illegal Antiquities

Lisa Bannon (2016). New York Art Dealer Charged With Trafficking Illegal Antiquities. The Wall Street Journal. 21 December.

Prominent Antiquities Dealer Accused of Selling Stolen Artifacts

Tom Mashberg (2016). Prominent Antiquities Dealer Accused of Selling Stolen Artifacts. The New York Times. 21 December.

Waiouru medal thief recalled to prison after starting online escort service

Hannah Martin (2016). Waiouru medal thief recalled to prison after starting online escort service. Stuff.co.nz. 20 December.

Four suspected antiquities thieves nabbed near Mesolongi

eKathimerini (2016). Four suspected antiquities thieves nabbed near Mesolongi. eKathimerini. 19 December.

Two criminals held for damaging Jain Tirthankar's idol

The Times of India (2016). Two criminals held for damaging Jain Tirthankar's idol. The Times of India. 18 December.

Tenant accused of $1.4 million artwork theft from widow of painter Pat Trivigno

Ken Daley (2016). Tenant accused of $1.4 million artwork theft from widow of painter Pat Trivigno. Nola. 15 December.

'Close friend' accused of stealing $1.4 million worth of artist Pat Trivigno's paintings

Della Hasselle (2016). 'Close friend' accused of stealing $1.4 million worth of artist Pat Trivigno's paintings. The New Orleans Advocate. 15 December.

Man arrested for stealing Ali Center painting reportedly said he thought it was a gift shop poster

David Scott (2016). Man arrested for stealing Ali Center painting reportedly said he thought it was a gift shop poster. WDRB. 14 December.

Three looters busted plundering ancient tomb in Galilee

Ilan Ben Zion (2016). Three looters busted plundering ancient tomb in Galilee. The Times of Israel. 14 December.

Police crack temple theft case, two held

CT Bureau (2016). Police crack temple theft case, two held. City Today. 13 December.

Criminal network involved in idol smuggling unearthed

The Hindu (2016). Criminal network involved in idol smuggling unearthed. The Hindu. 9 December.

Ali Center theft suspect arrested; Ali artwork still missing

Associated Press (2016). Ali Center theft suspect arrested; Ali artwork still missing. The Daily Mail. 8 December.

Idol thieves' gang busted, two arrested in Bhagalpur

TNN (2016). Idol thieves' gang busted, two arrested in Bhagalpur. The Times of India. 6 December.

CID Gets Vital Leads in Rabindranath Tagore Nobel Theft Case

News 18 (2016). CID Gets Vital Leads in Rabindranath Tagore Nobel Theft Case. News 18. 5 December.

La Policía detiene a los presuntos autores del robo en la iglesia y la rectoral de Cea

Police arrested suspects in the robbery of the church and rectory of Cea

Faro de Vigo (2016). La Policía detiene a los presuntos autores del robo en la iglesia y la rectoral de Cea. Faro de Vigo. 5 December.

The Maltese priest and the kidnapped Caravaggio: The amazing true story of the scrappy octogenarian who busted an audacious art heist

Noah Charney (2016). The Maltese priest and the kidnapped Caravaggio: The amazing true story of the scrappy octogenarian who busted an audacious art heist. Salon. 4 December.

Stolen prints recovered during arrest of suspects

WOWT (2016). Stolen prints recovered during arrest of suspects. WOWT. 2 December.

Art cops recover Roman statue

ANSA (2016). Art cops recover Roman statue. ANSA. 2 December.

Arrests confirm more thefts in NGA collection

Michaela Boland (2016). Arrests confirm more thefts in NGA collection. The Australian. 2 December.

2 Nepalese henchmen of idol racket kingpin held

Express News Service (2016). 2 Nepalese henchmen of idol racket kingpin held. The New Indian Express. 30 November.

ICE HSI, Tamil Nadu Police arrest major India-based artifact smugglers

ICE (2016). ICE HSI, Tamil Nadu Police arrest major India-based artifact smugglers. ICE. 30 November.

4 idols stolen from TN temple seized, man, son arrested

TNN (2016). 4 idols stolen from TN temple seized, man, son arrested. The Times of India. 30 November.

Nalanda cops recover 3 stolen idols, arrest 1

TNN (2016). Nalanda cops recover 3 stolen idols, arrest 1. The Times of India. 30 November.

कैला माता मंदिर से चुराया था सोने का त्रिशूल, पकड़े गए तीन चोर

Trident of gold stolen from the Kaila mata temple, three thieves caught

Khaskhabar (2016). कैला माता मंदिर से चुराया था सोने का त्रिशूल, पकड़े गए तीन चोर. Khaskhabar. 29 November.

Divers fined for raiding sunken German warships at Scapa Flow

BBC News (2016). Divers fined for raiding sunken German warships at Scapa Flow. BBC News. 29 November.

12 years on, Nobel medal theft suspect held again

TNN (2016). 12 years on, Nobel medal theft suspect held again. The Times of India. 27 November.

Retienen a hombre que intentó robar medalla a virgen en iglesia

Man tried to steal a virgin's medal in church

Emilio Fernandez (2016). Retienen a hombre que intentó robar medalla a virgen en iglesia. El Universal. 23 November.

Idol thief hires 5 in jail to snatch chains

TNN (2016). Idol thief hires 5 in jail to snatch chains. The Times of India. 23 November.

Forgery scandal surrounding Lee Ufan's work grows in Korea with three arrests

Victoria Stapley-Brown Nathalie Eggs (2016). Forgery scandal surrounding Lee Ufan's work grows in Korea with three arrests. The Art Newspaper. 21 November.

Lawyer, driver arrested for possession of 29 artifacts

Al-Masry Al-Youm (2016). Lawyer, driver arrested for possession of 29 artifacts. Egypt Independent. 18 November.

Man Claims Mistress Ran Off With $15 Million in Erotic Art

Henri Neuendorf (2016). Man Claims Mistress Ran Off With $15 Million in Erotic Art. ArtNet News. 14 November.

Lantana officer recounts bizarre art theft investigation

Alanna Quillen (2016). Lantana officer recounts bizarre art theft investigation. WPTV. 10 November.

48 artifact smugglers caught in police probe

Park Ming-Je (2016). 48 artifact smugglers caught in police probe. Korea JoongAng Daily. 10 November.

Paphos mayor says he feel vindicated following archaeology arrests

Philip Mark (2016). Paphos mayor says he feel vindicated following archaeology arrests. Cyprus Mail. 10 November.

Antiquities seized

Rachael Gillett (2016). Antiquities seized. Cyprus Mail. 9 November.

Old-fashioned burglar caught red handed

Newsport (2016). Old-fashioned burglar caught red handed. Newsport. 8 November.

Police Reclaim 4,500 Stolen Cultural Assets

KBS (2016). Police Reclaim 4,500 Stolen Cultural Assets. KBS World. 8 November.

Savina Jain Temple theft case solved, Culprits nabbed

Udaipur Times (2016). Savina Jain Temple theft case solved, Culprits nabbed. Udaipur Times. 8 November.

Austrian Authorities Thwart Group Trying to Sell Fake Picassos

Christopher D. Shea (2016). Austrian Authorities Thwart Group Trying to Sell Fake Picassos. The New York Times. 8 November.

Slovenian busted in Austrian investigation into art forgery

STA (2016). Slovenian busted in Austrian investigation into art forgery. STA. 7 November.

Four arrested for illegal antiquities trading

eKathimerini (2016). Four arrested for illegal antiquities trading. eKathimerini. 2 November.

'Activists held' at King Cyrus tomb in Iran

BBC News (2016). 'Activists held' at King Cyrus tomb in Iran. BBC News. 31 October.

Idol smuggler's grandson in DRI net, antiques seized

Express News Service (2016). Idol smuggler's grandson in DRI net, antiques seized. The New Indian Express. 28 October.

Photographer Steve McCurry speaks out against arrest of Sharbat Gula, the 'Afghan girl with green eyes'

Gareth Harris (2016). Photographer Steve McCurry speaks out against arrest of Sharbat Gula, the 'Afghan girl with green eyes'. The Art Newspaper. 27 October.

Smuggling racket busted, 11 idols seized

S Prasad (2016). Smuggling racket busted, 11 idols seized. The Hindu. 27 October.

Idol smuggler held, eleven panchaloha idols recovered

TNN (2016). Idol smuggler held, eleven panchaloha idols recovered. The Times of India. 27 October.

Smuggler's aide held in idol theft case

The Hindu (2016). Smuggler's aide held in idol theft case. The Hindu. 26 October.

'Afghan Girl' in 1985 National Geographic Photo Is Arrested in Pakistan

Christine Hauser (2016). 'Afghan Girl' in 1985 National Geographic Photo Is Arrested in Pakistan. The New York Times. 26 October.

Ancient idols worth Rs 50 crore seized, 1 held

Web India 123 (2016). Ancient idols worth Rs 50 crore seized, 1 held. Web India 123. 26 October.

Four sent to judicial custody for stealing 4-century-old Buddha idols

The Himalayan Times (2016). Four sent to judicial custody for stealing 4-century-old Buddha idols. The Himalayan Times. 19 October.

Trucker nabbed smuggling antiquities from Patra port

eKathimerini (2016). Trucker nabbed smuggling antiquities from Patra port. eKathimerini. 19 October.

Arrested men smuggled many idols out of TN: Police

TNN (2016). Arrested men smuggled many idols out of TN: Police. The Times of India. 19 October.

Police arrest five for theft at Kateel temple priest's house

Deccan Herald (2016). Police arrest five for theft at Kateel temple priest's house. Deccan Herald. 18 October.

Emirati Police Holding 3 Foreigners Trying to Sell Artifacts

Associated Press (2016). Emirati Police Holding 3 Foreigners Trying to Sell Artifacts. ABC United States. 18 October.

Idol case: Four arrested in Ramanathapuram

The Hindu (2016). Idol case: Four arrested in Ramanathapuram. The Hindu. 18 October.

Texas man busted at border with Mexican artifacts

Brett Barrouquere (2016). Texas man busted at border with Mexican artifacts. Chron. 18 October.

Police crack 4-yr-old temple theft case, 2 held

TNN (2016). Police crack 4-yr-old temple theft case, 2 held. The Times of India. 17 October.

Maninag temple heist: Stolen jewellery found

Orissa Post (2016). Maninag temple heist: Stolen jewellery found. Orissa Post. 16 October.

Sohag police arrest three suspected 'tomb raiders' with 15 stolen artifacts

Al-Masry Al-Youm (2016). Sohag police arrest three suspected 'tomb raiders' with 15 stolen artifacts. Egypt Independent. 13 October.

Greek police bust 'antiquities smuggling ring'

AFP (2016). Greek police bust 'antiquities smuggling ring'. 7 News. 5 October.

Police in Greece arrest 26 in bust of alleged antiquities smuggling ring

Helen Stoilas (2016). Police in Greece arrest 26 in bust of alleged antiquities smuggling ring. The Art Newspaper. 5 October.

Man pleads guilty in New Brunswick Museum plaque theft case

Jericho Knopp (2016). Man pleads guilty in New Brunswick Museum plaque theft case. CBC. 28 September.

Detenidos por saquear piedras arqueológicas

Arrests for looting of archaeological stones

Tribuna (2016). Detenidos por saquear piedras arqueológicas. Tribuna. 25 September.

The ghost of Vaman Ghiya is rising

Vijay Kumar (2016). The ghost of Vaman Ghiya is rising. DNA. 24 September.

Royal Canadian Mint employee allegedly smuggled $140,000 worth of gold in his butt

Ben Guarino (2016). Royal Canadian Mint employee allegedly smuggled $140,000 worth of gold in his butt. The Washington Post. 21 September.

Youth arrested for thefts in 8 temples

TNN (2016). Youth arrested for thefts in 8 temples. The Times of India. 21 September.

City cops nab gang involved in 13 temple thefts in Karnataka

Nishikant Karlikar (2016). City cops nab gang involved in 13 temple thefts in Karnataka. The Times of India. 16 September.

5 members of gang involved in temple thefts in Karnataka held

Press Trust of India (2016). 5 members of gang involved in temple thefts in Karnataka held. India Today. 15 September.

Suspect detained in Taipei after theft of science artifacts

Chun-fu Chiu (2016). Suspect detained in Taipei after theft of science artifacts. Taipei Times. 9 September.

Plymouth teen charged with stealing lobster statue

Emily Clark (2016). Plymouth teen charged with stealing lobster statue. The Patriot News. 9 September.

Suspect in Colombo National Museum theft further remanded

Daily News (2016). Suspect in Colombo National Museum theft further remanded. Daily News. 5 September.

Ancient artifact smugglers arrested in south Lebanon

The Daily Star (2016). Ancient artifact smugglers arrested in south Lebanon. The Daily Star. 3 September.

SFPD searching for stolen ivory relics, arrest made

KTVU (2016). SFPD searching for stolen ivory relics, arrest made. KTVU. 2 September.

Artist Kevin Sharkey arrested over alleged art theft

David Kearns (2016). Artist Kevin Sharkey arrested over alleged art theft. Irish Independent. 31 August.

Old Master recovered and gang arrested in Marbella

John Smith (2016). Old Master recovered and gang arrested in Marbella. EuroWeekly. 29 August.

Looters hit county's archaeological sites

Lazaro Aleman (2016). Looters hit county's archaeological sites. ECB Publishing. 23 August.

4 suspected tomb raiders held in Hebei

Shanghai Daily (2016). 4 suspected tomb raiders held in Hebei. China.org.cn. 22 August.

Police recover 400-yr old stolen idols, ornaments

The Kathmandu Post (2016). Police recover 400-yr old stolen idols, ornaments. The Kathmandu Post. 21 August.

Man who stole Diana Vreeland portrait says he was drunk

Jennifer Bain (2016). Man who stole Diana Vreeland portrait says he was drunk. New York Post. 21 August.

Bulgarian police arrest man over illegal possession of ancient coins

The Sofia Globe (2016). Bulgarian police arrest man over illegal possession of ancient coins. The Sofia Globe. 19 August.

Artist Natalie White Arrested for Vandalism After Equal Rights Protest

Sarah Cascone (2016). Artist Natalie White Arrested for Vandalism After Equal Rights Protest. ArtNet News. 17 August.

Two men arrested over attempted theft of Banksy copy

Matthew Weaver (2016). Two men arrested over attempted theft of Banksy copy. The Guardian. 15 August.

Grevena man arrested over hoard of 184 antiquities

eKathimerini (2016). Grevena man arrested over hoard of 184 antiquities. eKathimerini. 11 August.

Family of three charged over possession of illegal antiquities, drugs

eKathimerini (2016). Family of three charged over possession of illegal antiquities, drugs. eKathimerini. 9 August.

All you need to know about the idol smuggling racket worth crores

Sandhya Ravishankar (2016). All you need to know about the idol smuggling racket worth crores. Hindustan Times. 8 August.

'Pink Panther' jewel thief gang arrested after stealing £280MILLION in 380 armed robberies as they tried to escape wearing joke-shop wig and fake glasses

Harvey Day (2016). 'Pink Panther' jewel thief gang arrested after stealing £280MILLION in 380 armed robberies as they tried to escape wearing joke-shop wig and fake glasses. The Daily Mail. 6 August.

Police detain 5 Wakf members for illegally renovating Dome of Rock

Daniel K. Eisenbud (2016). Police detain 5 Wakf members for illegally renovating Dome of Rock. The Jerusalem Post. 4 August.

Robó en una ermita y fué detenido por querer venderles a los vecinos

Man robs chapel, is arrested trying to sell to neighbours.

Iguazu Noticias (2016). Robó en una ermita y fué detenido por querer venderles a los vecinos. Iguazu Noticias. 4 August.

Cops nab man for stealing copper idol from Hindu temple in Penang

Malay Mail (2016). Cops nab man for stealing copper idol from Hindu temple in Penang. Malay Mail. 2 August.

Police Name Five More Suspects in North Sumatra Buddhist Temple Attacks

Jakarta Globe (2016). Police Name Five More Suspects in North Sumatra Buddhist Temple Attacks. Jakarta Globe. 1 August.

Police Name Twelve Suspects in North Sumatra Temple Attacks

Jakarta Globe (2016). Police Name Twelve Suspects in North Sumatra Temple Attacks. Jakarta Globe. 1 August.

Dacoit gang busted, 4 held

Express News Service (2016). Dacoit gang busted, 4 held. The New Indian Express. 1 August.

Turkish painter and journalist Zehra Doğan arrested

Helen Stoilas (2016). Turkish painter and journalist Zehra Doğan arrested. The Art Newspaper. 29 July.

En Izúcar, intentan linchar a ladrón de arte sacro; cómplice huye

In Izúcar, attempted lynching of sacred art thief, accomplice flees

Ángulo7 (2016). En Izúcar, intentan linchar a ladrón de arte sacro; cómplice huye. Ángulo7. 29 July.

Temple burglary gang busted

Bangkok Post (2016). Temple burglary gang busted. Bangkok Post. 28 July.

Temple priest arrested on theft charge

The Hindu (2016). Temple priest arrested on theft charge. The Hindu. 24 July.

Sullia: Theft of temple ornaments - priest arrested in Bengaluru

Daijiworld Media Network (2016). Sullia: Theft of temple ornaments - priest arrested in Bengaluru. Daijiworld. 23 July.

Italian police find €0.5 million of artefacts in art thieves' lair

The Local (2016). Italian police find €0.5 million of artefacts in art thieves' lair. The Local. 22 July.

Three cops booked for selling stolen goods

Shafaque Alam (2016). Three cops booked for selling stolen goods. The Times of India. 17 July.

Deenadhayalan produced in CJM court in Srivilliputtur

S. Sundar (2016). Deenadhayalan produced in CJM court in Srivilliputtur. The Hindu. 14 July.

Police seize priceless 2,000-year-old Aphrodite statue in Istanbul

Doğan News Agency (2016). Police seize priceless 2,000-year-old Aphrodite statue in Istanbul. Hurriyet Daily News. 12 July.

Seven arrested for illegal excavation of ancient clay pots

Hiru News (2016). Seven arrested for illegal excavation of ancient clay pots. Hiru News. 5 July.

Authorities combine to catch antiquities thieves

Arutz Sheva (2016). Authorities combine to catch antiquities thieves. Arutz Sheva. 4 July.

Over 200 artefacts recovered from idol smuggler's bungalow

R. Srikanth (2016). Over 200 artefacts recovered from idol smuggler's bungalow. The Hindu. 4 July.

Detienen a sujeto acusado por robo a iglesia de Xalapa

Suspect accused of robbing a Xalapa church arrested

Gary Montes (2016). Detienen a sujeto acusado por robo a iglesia de Xalapa. Imagen del Golfo. 3 July.

Detienen a presuntos autores del robo de las coronas de la Virgen de la Cabeza

Assumed robbers of the crown of the Virgen de la Cabeza arrested

CLM24 (2016). Detienen a presuntos autores del robo de las coronas de la Virgen de la Cabeza. CLM24. 30 June.

5-star hotel employee held for temple theft

TNN (2016). 5-star hotel employee held for temple theft. The Times of India. 29 June.

Two arrested after art theft attempt at airport

Kassandra Parisi (2016). Two arrested after art theft attempt at airport. Spotlight News. 28 June.

Deenadayalan's aide held, 9 more idols seized

R. Srikanth (2016). Deenadayalan's aide held, 9 more idols seized. The Hindu. 27 June.

Connoisseur of art who turned temple raider

Srikkanth Dhasarathy (2016). Connoisseur of art who turned temple raider. The New Indian Express. 26 June.

Police arrest idol smuggler, seize 9 ancient statues

TNN (2016). Police arrest idol smuggler, seize 9 ancient statues. The Times of India. 25 June.

Four students picked up for possessing 'bronze' idol, released

TNN (2016). Four students picked up for possessing 'bronze' idol, released. The Times of India. 24 June.

Robbery attempt at Marakathambiga Sundarashwarar Temple caught on camera

DNA (2016). Robbery attempt at Marakathambiga Sundarashwarar Temple caught on camera. DNA. 24 June.

Assisted living center worker accused of stealing antiques, keepsakes

Hannah Schwarz (2016). Assisted living center worker accused of stealing antiques, keepsakes. Journal Sentinel. 24 June.

Art dealer arrested in Chennai for suspected temple artefacts theft

AFP (2016). Art dealer arrested in Chennai for suspected temple artefacts theft. Hindustan Times. 22 June.

Over ten thousand stolen items con scated from Bullas antique collector

Murcia Today (2016). Over ten thousand stolen items con scated from Bullas antique collector. Murcia Today. 22 June.

Man arrested in theft of trailer containing $250,000 in artwork by Matisse and Chagall

Veronica Rocha (2016). Man arrested in theft of trailer containing $250,000 in artwork by Matisse and Chagall. Los Angeles Times. 21 June.

Police recover 16 ancient artifacts, man detained

eKathimerini (2016). Police recover 16 ancient artifacts, man detained. eKathimerini. 21 June.

Arrests in Bulgaria over paintings stolen near Billy Connolly's former home

Martin Williams (2016). Arrests in Bulgaria over paintings stolen near Billy Connolly's former home. The Herald. 20 June.

Connoisseur & Smuggler: The 84-year-old art dealer and his collection of 'stolen' idols in Chennai

Arun Janardhanan (2016). Connoisseur & Smuggler: The 84-year-old art dealer and his collection of 'stolen' idols in Chennai. The Indian Express. 20 June.

Spanish police nab 2 in possession of 10,000 stolen artworks

Associated Press (2016). Spanish police nab 2 in possession of 10,000 stolen artworks. The Daily Mail. 18 June.

Lobengula spear 'thief' nabbed

Nqobile Tshili (2016). Lobengula spear 'thief' nabbed. Chronicle. 16 June.

Greek Police Dismantle Drug Ring Including 3 Army Officers

Philip Chrysopoulos (2016). Greek Police Dismantle Drug Ring Including 3 Army Officers. Greek Reporter. 14 June.

Man arrested after Bronze-Age pots found

Cyprus Mail (2016). Man arrested after Bronze-Age pots found. Cyprus Mail. 9 June.

Scandal strikes Versailles Palace as police detain two top art dealers over 'fake' Louis XV chairs

Henry Samuel (2016). Scandal strikes Versailles Palace as police detain two top art dealers over 'fake' Louis XV chairs. The Telegraph. 9 June.

Tres detenidos por 35 robos en colegios e iglesias

Three arrested for 35 robberies in schools and churches

Europa Press (2016). Tres detenidos por 35 robos en colegios e iglesias. Europa Press. 9 June.

Stolen Ottoman-era artifacts recovered in Istanbul

Yeni Şafak (2016). Stolen Ottoman-era artifacts recovered in Istanbul. Yeni Şafak. 8 June.

ASI team inspects idols seized from smuggler

TNN (2016). ASI team inspects idols seized from smuggler. The Times of India. 7 June.

Malaysian artist charged for depicting PM as clown

AFP (2016). Malaysian artist charged for depicting PM as clown. The Daily Mail. 6 June.

Driver smuggled antiquities in Norwegian Ambassador's car

Ari Soffer (2016). Driver smuggled antiquities in Norwegian Ambassador's car. Israel National News. 6 June.

Idol smuggling kingpin surrenders

News Today (2016). Idol smuggling kingpin surrenders. News Today. 4 June.

Detenido el autor del robo en la iglesia del Perpetuo Socorro

Robber of the Church of Perpetual Help arrested

Diario de Alto Aragón (2016). Detenido el autor del robo en la iglesia del Perpetuo Socorro. Diario de Alto Aragón. 4 June.

Priest nabbed for robbing churches

eKathimerini (2016). Priest nabbed for robbing churches. eKathimerini. 2 June.

Two arrested after two-month crime spree at east Norfolk churches

Geraldine Scott (2016). Two arrested after two-month crime spree at east Norfolk churches. Evening News 24. 1 June.

Idol smuggling gang busted

Vivek Narayanan (2016). Idol smuggling gang busted. The Hindu. 1 June.

Major haul of idols in Chennai city, 3 arrested

Web India 123 (2016). Major haul of idols in Chennai city, 3 arrested. Web India 123. 31 May.

International graffiti artist who travelled to Melbourne to tag jailed for 6 months

Bianca Hall (2016). International graffiti artist who travelled to Melbourne to tag jailed for 6 months. The Age. 31 May.

Spanish police make arrests over stolen Francis Bacon works

Nadia Khomami (2016). Spanish police make arrests over stolen Francis Bacon works. The Guardian. 28 May.

Temple theft case: two arrested

Express News Service (2016). Temple theft case: two arrested. The New Indian Express. 22 May.

Seven arrested after violent £2.7m art and jewellery heist at Bulmer family's Somerset home

L. Churchill (2016). Seven arrested after violent £2.7m art and jewellery heist at Bulmer family's Somerset home. Bristol Post. 20 May.

'Audacious' theft of £35,000 of jewellery from Mount Stewart

News Letter (2016). 'Audacious' theft of £35,000 of jewellery from Mount Stewart. News Letter. 19 May.

Six middle-aged 'new-age travellers' arrested at Stonehenge over flaming torch incident Play Video Stonehenge protest New-age travellers protest at Stonehenge

Salisbury Journal (2016). Six middle-aged 'new-age travellers' arrested at Stonehenge over flaming torch incident Play Video Stonehenge protest New-age travellers protest at Stonehenge. Salisbury Journal. 19 May.

Iran Arrests Eight Models for Posting "Un-Islamic" Photos on Instagram

Carey Dunne (2016). Iran Arrests Eight Models for Posting "Un-Islamic" Photos on Instagram. Hyperallergic. 18 May.

Cops nab man accused of stealing church painting

Gabrielle Fonrouge (2016). Cops nab man accused of stealing church painting. New York Post. 18 May.

Cuban suspected of major art theft to be extradited

Yiannis Souliotis (2016). Cuban suspected of major art theft to be extradited. eKathimerini. 18 May.

Italy busts gang smuggling looted archaeological treasures

AKI (2016). Italy busts gang smuggling looted archaeological treasures. New Kerala. 13 May.

पुलिस ने मंदिर में चोरी का किया खुलासा, एक गिरफ्तार

Jhansi Police Solves a Temple Robbery Case

Patrika (2016). पुलिस ने मंदिर में चोरी का किया खुलासा, एक गिरफ्तार. Patrika. 11 May.

Desarticulada una banda por robo con fuerza en iglesias

Gang busted for aggravated theft in churches

EFE (2016). Desarticulada una banda por robo con fuerza en iglesias. La Cronica de Badajoz. 5 May.

Detenido por robar dos candelabros de plata de la iglesia de la Victoria

Arrest for stealing two silver candelabras from the church of la Victoria

César Pérez Pacheco (2016). Detenido por robar dos candelabros de plata de la iglesia de la Victoria. Jerez Sin Fronteras. 3 May.

Two arrested for trying to sell idols stolen from temple near Ponneri

The Hindu (2016). Two arrested for trying to sell idols stolen from temple near Ponneri. The Hindu. 29 April.

Los Angeles Art Dealer Is Arrested on Embezzlement Charges

Ian Lovett (2016). Los Angeles Art Dealer Is Arrested on Embezzlement Charges. The New York Times. 22 April.

Minoan-Era Kouros Found in Heraklion Valued at 1.3 Million

A. Makris (2016). Minoan-Era Kouros Found in Heraklion Valued at 1.3 Million. Greek Reporter. 20 April.

Macherla police help TS cops crack temple theft case

The Hans India (2016). Macherla police help TS cops crack temple theft case. The Hans India. 20 April.

Prolific graffiti artist known as 'Super' arrested by St. Louis police

Christine Byers (2016). Prolific graffiti artist known as 'Super' arrested by St. Louis police. St. Louis Post-Dispach. 14 April.

Museum burglary main suspect further remanded

Lakmal Sooriyagoda (2016). Museum burglary main suspect further remanded. Daily News. 12 April.

HR & CE official arrested for theft of precious temple jewels

S. Vijay Kumar (2016). HR & CE official arrested for theft of precious temple jewels. The Hindu. 8 April.

Arrests made over 2009 Edvard Munch heist from Oslo art dealer

The Scotsman (2016). Arrests made over 2009 Edvard Munch heist from Oslo art dealer. The Scotsman. 6 April.

Stolen Edvard Munch artwork recovered after seven years

AFP (2016). Stolen Edvard Munch artwork recovered after seven years. The Guardian. 6 April.

Astadhatu idol of Lord Ganesh worth 25 crore recovered in Kaushambi, 6 held

Kapil Dixit (2016). Astadhatu idol of Lord Ganesh worth 25 crore recovered in Kaushambi, 6 held. The Times of India. 4 April.

Columbus family sues after Air Force museum security holds them at gunpoint

Associated Press (2016). Columbus family sues after Air Force museum security holds them at gunpoint. Cleveland.com. 4 April.

Senior Bulgarian Civil Servant Caught with Diverse Collection of Archaeological Artifacts, Coins in Anti-Treasure Hunting Raid

Ivan Dikov (2016). Senior Bulgarian Civil Servant Caught with Diverse Collection of Archaeological Artifacts, Coins in Anti-Treasure Hunting Raid. Archaeology in Bulgaria. 31 March.

Four held; stolen idols recovered

The Hindu (2016). Four held; stolen idols recovered. The Hindu. 30 March.

Teen arrested in theft of model spaceship from UFO museum

Associated Press (2016). Teen arrested in theft of model spaceship from UFO museum. Salon. 28 March.

Man nabbed with stolen bronze idol in Tasmac shop

TNN (2016). Man nabbed with stolen bronze idol in Tasmac shop. The Times of India. 27 March.

Paris art handlers testify to taking '€220,000 in a plastic bag' among other revelations

Elenore Thery (2016). Paris art handlers testify to taking '€220,000 in a plastic bag' among other revelations. The Art Newspaper. 25 March.

Chinese man arrested on suspicion of planning to sell ancient artefacts he found in tomb buried in backyard

Catherine Wong (2016). Chinese man arrested on suspicion of planning to sell ancient artefacts he found in tomb buried in backyard. South China Morning Post. 25 March.

Crooked antiques dealer dodges prison for smuggled $1M statue

The Daily Chappaqua (2016). Crooked antiques dealer dodges prison for smuggled $1M statue. The Daily Chappaqua. 24 March.

Yemeni authorities jail Jewish man over airlifted Torah

Sandy Rashty (2016). Yemeni authorities jail Jewish man over airlifted Torah. The Jewish Chronicle. 24 March.

Antique dealer arrested for smuggling ancient sculpture

Jamie Schram (2016). Antique dealer arrested for smuggling ancient sculpture. New York Post. 22 March.

Lawyer arrested for stealing books from Hyderabad HC

IANS (2016). Lawyer arrested for stealing books from Hyderabad HC. The Times of India. 21 March.

Three arrested for 'stealing' panchaloha idols

The Hindu (2016). Three arrested for 'stealing' panchaloha idols. The Hindu. 19 March.

Suspect in Buddhist statue theft arrested in Santa Ana

Chris Jennewein (2016). Suspect in Buddhist statue theft arrested in Santa Ana. My News LA. 19 March.

Special squad of Italian art police crack case of Verona museum theft, arrest 13 suspects

Jenny Starrs (2016). Special squad of Italian art police crack case of Verona museum theft, arrest 13 suspects. The Washington Post. 17 March.

Russian deputy culture minister detained on embezzlement charges

Sophia Kishkovsky (2016). Russian deputy culture minister detained on embezzlement charges. The Art Newspaper. 15 March.

Temple theft case: two arrested

The Hindu (2016). Temple theft case: two arrested. The Hindu. 12 March.

Temple theft case: police custody of main accused extended

TNN (2016). Temple theft case: police custody of main accused extended. The Times of India. 10 March.

Thai court orders ex-CIB commissioner's 25 million baht worth of assets seized

Thai Visa (2016). Thai court orders ex-CIB commissioner's 25 million baht worth of assets seized. Thai Visa. 9 March.

'The toilets were absolutely full of crucifixes': Two elderly people arrested over theft of religious items

AFP (2016). 'The toilets were absolutely full of crucifixes': Two elderly people arrested over theft of religious items. The Journal. 6 March.

Jaro archbishop suspends priest over treasure hunt in ancient cemetery

Anne Fernandez (2016). Jaro archbishop suspends priest over treasure hunt in ancient cemetery. Inter Aksyon. 6 March.

Bid to smuggle antiquities foiled, two arrested

Sadia Qasim Shah (2016). Bid to smuggle antiquities foiled, two arrested. Dawn. 5 March.

Cops crack Pimpri temple theft case, 3 in net

TNN (2016). Cops crack Pimpri temple theft case, 3 in net. The Times of India. 4 March.

Hacker Guccifer who leaked Bush paintings, racy Powell emails to be extradited to US

Reuters (2016). Hacker Guccifer who leaked Bush paintings, racy Powell emails to be extradited to US. New York Post. 4 March.

Vaishno devi temple: Security guard, aides held for theft

Express News Service (2016). Vaishno devi temple: Security guard, aides held for theft. The Indian Express. 4 March.

5 held, ornaments stolen from temple recovered

Press Trust of India (2016). 5 held, ornaments stolen from temple recovered. Business Standard. 4 March.

Police seize 1 mln euros' worth of antiquities from three suspects

eKathimerini (2016). Police seize 1 mln euros' worth of antiquities from three suspects. eKathimerini. 26 February.

Police arrest suspect in stolen dog statue case

Elizabeth Reed (2016). Police arrest suspect in stolen dog statue case. KOB4. 25 February.

Three Held for Temple Heist in Odisha

Express News Service (2016). Three Held for Temple Heist in Odisha. The New Indian Express. 23 February.

'Guilty' verdict on the spectacular 2010 Paris art theft

DW (2016). 'Guilty' verdict on the spectacular 2010 Paris art theft. DW. 20 February.

Gang dealing in ancient coins busted

The Hindu (2016). Gang dealing in ancient coins busted. The Hindu. 18 February.

4 including temple security supervisor held in Vrindavan idol theft case

Anuja Jaiswal (2016). 4 including temple security supervisor held in Vrindavan idol theft case. The Times of India. 18 February.

Thief arrested for stealing idols, other items from ISKCON temple

Daily Excelsior (2016). Thief arrested for stealing idols, other items from ISKCON temple. Daily Excelsior. 13 February.

Cops bust gang that targetted 21 temples, stole jewellery, cash

Pune Mirror (2016). Cops bust gang that targetted 21 temples, stole jewellery, cash. Pune Mirror. 13 February.

Idol lifters nabbed

The Hindu (2016). Idol lifters nabbed. The Hindu. 11 February.

Nine idol smugglers arrested in Bihar

IANS (2016). Nine idol smugglers arrested in Bihar. Mid-day. 10 February.

Thieves caught robbing Jain temple on cam

TNN (2016). Thieves caught robbing Jain temple on cam. The Times of India. 10 February.

Idol smugglers' gang busted, nine held in Bhagalpur

Kumar Rajesh (2016). Idol smugglers' gang busted, nine held in Bhagalpur. The Times of India. 10 February.

Tres detenidos por robar piezas de oro y plata de la parroquia de Aes (Cantabria)

Three arrested for theft of gold and silver pieces from the church of Aes (Cantabria)

Europa Press (2016). Tres detenidos por robar piezas de oro y plata de la parroquia de Aes (Cantabria). El Diario. 9 February.

Un comerciante vendía vasijas y columnas romanas por internet

A vendor was selling Roman columns and vases on the internet

La Verdad (2016). Un comerciante vendía vasijas y columnas romanas por internet. La Verdad. 9 February.

2 Treasure Hunters Arrested While Destroying Ancient Roman City Ratiaria near Bulgaria's Archar

Ivan Dikov (2016). 2 Treasure Hunters Arrested While Destroying Ancient Roman City Ratiaria near Bulgaria's Archar. Archaeology in Bulgaria. 8 February.

Three Arrested for 'Selling Pieces' of the Giza Pyramids for $32

Egyptian Streets (2016). Three Arrested for 'Selling Pieces' of the Giza Pyramids for $32. Egyptian Streets. 6 February.

Detenidas en Ourense dos personas implicadas en 20 robos en iglesias

Two people implicated in 20 church robberies detained in Ourense.

Europa Press (2016). Detenidas en Ourense dos personas implicadas en 20 robos en iglesias. 20 Minutos. 5 February.

Art Dealer Is Arrested on Charges of Selling Fake De Kooning Artworks

Brian Boucher (2016). Art Dealer Is Arrested on Charges of Selling Fake De Kooning Artworks. ArtNet News. 4 February.

Two held with stolen heritage furniture

The Tribune (2016). Two held with stolen heritage furniture. The Tribune. 2 February.

Items Stolen From Roaring River State Park Recovered

Grant Sloan (2016). Items Stolen From Roaring River State Park Recovered. Ozarks First. 1 February.

Five men paraded through the streets of Guizhou as punishment for stealing cultural relics

Lucy Liu (2016). Five men paraded through the streets of Guizhou as punishment for stealing cultural relics. Shanghaiist. 30 January.

Man on trial for having ancient stolen books in his house

The Journal (2016). Man on trial for having ancient stolen books in his house. The Journal. 27 January.

La Policía detiene al presunto autor del robo de piezas litúrgicas del Corpus Christi

Police arrest suspect in the robbery of liturgical pieces from Corpus Christi.

Sevilla Directo (2016). La Policía detiene al presunto autor del robo de piezas litúrgicas del Corpus Christi. Sevilla Directo. 27 January.

Marana police arrest man in connection to stolen cacti

Carmen Duarte (2016). Marana police arrest man in connection to stolen cacti. Arizona Daily Star. 27 January.

Cae "especialista" en robo de imágenes sacras: tendría conexión con coleccionistas

Specialists implicated in the theft of sacred statues: had a connection with collectors

Hoy (2016). Cae "especialista" en robo de imágenes sacras: tendría conexión con coleccionistas. Hoy. 27 January.

Man arrested over alleged theft of Roman coins from Chelmsford Museum

Yellow Advertiser (2016). Man arrested over alleged theft of Roman coins from Chelmsford Museum. Yellow Advertiser. 27 January.

Piden hasta 2 años de cárcel para tres implicados en la compraventa de piezas robadas en iglesias

Up to 2 years in prison sought for three involved in the sale of art stolen from churches

El Norte de Castilla (2016). Piden hasta 2 años de cárcel para tres implicados en la compraventa de piezas robadas en iglesias. El Norte de Castilla. 24 January.

'Operation Pandora' recovers thousands of artefacts

BBC News (2016). 'Operation Pandora' recovers thousands of artefacts. BBC News. 23 January.

Man, boy arrested for theft of artifacts, cell phone

Doug Keeler (2016). Man, boy arrested for theft of artifacts, cell phone. Taft Midway Driller. 22 January.

Three held for stealing idols from Jain temples

Leena Dhankhar (2016). Three held for stealing idols from Jain temples. Hindustan Times. 20 January.

Vigilante foils robbery attempt at Kwara Museum

Romoke W. Ahmad (2016). Vigilante foils robbery attempt at Kwara Museum. Daily Trust. 18 January.

मूर्ति चोर गिरोह गिरफ्तार, अष्टधातु की 70 मूर्तियां बरामद

Thieves arrested in stolen idol case

News 18 (2016). मूर्ति चोर गिरोह गिरफ्तार, अष्टधातु की 70 मूर्तियां बरामद. News 18. 16 January.

Grave robbing gone wrong: Chinese tomb raiders suffocate after setting off dynamite while trying to break into ancient burial site

Sophie Williams (2016). Grave robbing gone wrong: Chinese tomb raiders suffocate after setting off dynamite while trying to break into ancient burial site. The Daily Mail. 15 January.

Temple burglary gang busted in Odisha

Susant Kumar Das (2016). Temple burglary gang busted in Odisha. IAmIn. 14 January.

Temple loot gang busted; 4 traders among 8 held

Orissa Post (2016). Temple loot gang busted; 4 traders among 8 held. Orissa Post. 13 January.

Tres detenidos por el robo de más de 200 piezas en iglesias de la provincia de Burgos

Three arrested for the theft of more than 200 pieces from churches in Burgos province.

Pablo Morquecho Martínez (2016). Tres detenidos por el robo de más de 200 piezas en iglesias de la provincia de Burgos. Tribuna Salamanca. 12 January.

Four acquitted of theft at temple in Sec 37

The Tribune (2016). Four acquitted of theft at temple in Sec 37. The Tribune. 12 January.

'Hollyweed' Sign Prankster Arrested by Los Angeles Police

Caroline Elbaor (2016). 'Hollyweed' Sign Prankster Arrested by Los Angeles Police. ArtNet News. 10 January.

NVCC hails police for cracking temple theft within 24 hours

Nagpur Today (2016). NVCC hails police for cracking temple theft within 24 hours. Nagpur Today. 5 January.

Sophisticated art thieves network operating at Rome airport uncovered

Alice Philipson (2015). Sophisticated art thieves network operating at Rome airport uncovered. The Telegraph. 30 December.

Art Basel Stabber Pleads Not Guilty To First Degree Attempted Murder

Guelda Voien (2015). Art Basel Stabber Pleads Not Guilty To First Degree Attempted Murder. Observer. 29 December.

Perhilitan director pleads not guilty to rhino horn theft

The Malaysian Insider (2015). Perhilitan director pleads not guilty to rhino horn theft. The Malaysian Insider. 28 December.

Government department director arrested over alleged theft of rhino horn from museum

The Malay Mail (2015). Government department director arrested over alleged theft of rhino horn from museum. The Malay Mail. 26 December.

Treasure hunters seized in Limassol

Elias Hazou (2015). Treasure hunters seized in Limassol. Cyprus Mail. 24 December.

Cairo airport authorities foil attempt to smuggle 22 antique coins

Ahram Online (2015). Cairo airport authorities foil attempt to smuggle 22 antique coins. Ahram Online. 23 December.

Así fue el robo al Museo de Antropología hace 30 años

This is How the Robbery at the Anthropology Museum 30 Years Ago Went

José Antonio Aspiros Villagómez (2015). Así fue el robo al Museo de Antropología hace 30 años. Yancuic. 19 December.

Man held with $10 million antique items at airport

Muhammad Ali (2015). Man held with $10 million antique items at airport. Business Recorder. 19 December.

Bihar to conduct speedy trial of idol sumugglers

Daijiworld Media Network (2015). Bihar to conduct speedy trial of idol sumugglers. Daijiworld. 18 December.

Sentencing delayed in '12 museum break-in

Herald Dispatch (2015). Sentencing delayed in '12 museum break-in. Herald Dispatch. 17 December.

Policía detiene a huaqueros en zona arqueológica de Cayaltí

Police arrest looters at the archaeological site of Cayaltí

RPP (2015). Policía detiene a huaqueros en zona arqueológica de Cayaltí. RPP. 16 December.

Retired Effigy Mounds official will plead guilty to removing ancient human remains

Trish Mehaffey (2015). Retired Effigy Mounds official will plead guilty to removing ancient human remains. The Gazette. 16 December.

Police: Man stole cannonball, other artifacts

Chris Cappella (2015). Police: Man stole cannonball, other artifacts. The Evening Sun. 15 December.

Police make arrest in $200,000 theft of artworks from trailer in Richmond; all artwork recovered

The Richmond Standard (2015). Police make arrest in $200,000 theft of artworks from trailer in Richmond; all artwork recovered. The Richmond Standard. 15 December.

सीकर में जैन मंदिर से चोरी हुई मूर्तियां बरामद, तीन चोर भी गिरफ्तार

Sculptures stolen from Jain temple in Sikar recovered, three thieves arrested

Ashok Shekhawat (2015). सीकर में जैन मंदिर से चोरी हुई मूर्तियां बरामद, तीन चोर भी गिरफ्तार. News 18. 13 December.

Trois artistes tunisiens condamnés à de la prison pour usage de stupéfiant

Three Tunisian artists sent to prison for usage of narcotics

Edelweiss Vieira (2015). Trois artistes tunisiens condamnés à de la prison pour usage de stupéfiant. Le Monde. 11 December.

Judge says BLM did not use excessive force in 2009 Blanding raid

Pat Reavy (2015). Judge says BLM did not use excessive force in 2009 Blanding raid. Deseret News. 11 December.

Museum theft suspect arrested by John Carroll University police works at college

Homa Bash (2015). Museum theft suspect arrested by John Carroll University police works at college. News Net 5. 11 December.

Salvadoreño implicado en robo de imagen en Guatemala

Salvadorian arrested for theft of saint sculpture in Guatemala

Equilibrium (2015). Salvadoreño implicado en robo de imagen en Guatemala. Equilibrium. 11 December.

Mahavira idol theft: Prime suspect arrested

IANS (2015). Mahavira idol theft: Prime suspect arrested. Two Circles. 10 December.

Ministerio Público archivó unas cuarenta denuncias por afectación cultural

Public Prosecutor filed complaints for around 40 arrested for damaging culture

Perla Polo Salés (2015). Ministerio Público archivó unas cuarenta denuncias por afectación cultural. La Republica. 9 December.

Kapoor moves HC seeking to quash transfer of trial against him

Press Trust of India (2015). Kapoor moves HC seeking to quash transfer of trial against him. Business Standard. 7 December.

Two held for stealing idol

The Hindu (2015). Two held for stealing idol. The Hindu. 30 November.

Kuvempu museum theft: three arrested

Veerendra P.M. (2015). Kuvempu museum theft: three arrested. The Hindu. 28 November.

Infamous art thief arrested in Athens

Neos Kosmos (2015). Infamous art thief arrested in Athens. Neos Kosmos. 27 November.

Greek Police Arrest Cuban Man Suspected of Pulling off Major Museum Heist

Ioanna Zikakou (2015). Greek Police Arrest Cuban Man Suspected of Pulling off Major Museum Heist. Greek Reporter. 26 November.

Cops bust antiquities dealer with over 3,000 ancient coins

Ilan Ben Zion (2015). Cops bust antiquities dealer with over 3,000 ancient coins. The Times of Israel. 26 November.

Arrest in Swiss Farm Museum Burglary

Grundy County Herald (2015). Arrest in Swiss Farm Museum Burglary. Grundy County Herald. 25 November.

Man charged in the death of muralist shot while painting anti-violence art in Oakland

Joseph Serna (2015). Man charged in the death of muralist shot while painting anti-violence art in Oakland. Los Angeles Times. 25 November.

Objects of historical interest seized in Tehran

ILNA (2015). Objects of historical interest seized in Tehran. Iran Front Page. 24 November.

India police sorry for detaining artist over cow installation

BBC News (2015). India police sorry for detaining artist over cow installation. BBC News. 23 November.

Saquear yacimientos arqueológicos y anunciarlo en Internet: mala idea

Loot archaeological sites and announce it on the internet: bad idea

Lukor (2015). Saquear yacimientos arqueológicos y anunciarlo en Internet: mala idea. Lukor. 23 November.

On the trail of Paynter's paintings; sold and regained

Namini Wijedasa (2015). On the trail of Paynter's paintings; sold and regained. The Sunday Times. 22 November.

Idol theft: Police teams rushed to K'taka, Delhi

TNN (2015). Idol theft: Police teams rushed to K'taka, Delhi. The Times of India. 21 November.

Idol smugglers' gang busted in Alwar, 10 held

TNN (2015). Idol smugglers' gang busted in Alwar, 10 held. The Times of India. 20 November.

Brinca convento, entra a robar a Iglesia y queda atrapado

Thief enters through convent to rob church and becomes trapped

Tiempo (2015). Brinca convento, entra a robar a Iglesia y queda atrapado. Tiempo. 11 November.

Artefacts stolen from CM's palace recovered

The Tribune (2015). Artefacts stolen from CM's palace recovered. The Tribune. 11 November.

Idol Theft : Three more arrested in Bengaluru in connection with theft of 9 idols worth 77 crores

Picsture (2015). Idol Theft : Three more arrested in Bengaluru in connection with theft of 9 idols worth 77 crores. Picsture. 8 November.

Retired looters help police find stolen artifacts

The Korea Herald (2015). Retired looters help police find stolen artifacts. Korea Herald. 5 November.

Man who stole iconic Mobile oyster shell said he was 'bored'

Cassie Fambro (2015). Man who stole iconic Mobile oyster shell said he was 'bored'. AL.com. 2 November.

Gilded Bible seized in Tokat

Doğan News Agency (2015). Gilded Bible seized in Tokat. Hurriyet Daily News. 27 October.

ضبط خلية تنتمي لـ«داعش» استهدفت الأهرامات و«الإنتاج الإعلامي»

"Daesh" cell arrested for plan to target the pyrmaids

Ahmed Chalabi (2015). ضبط خلية تنتمي لـ«داعش» استهدفت الأهرامات و«الإنتاج الإعلامي». Almasryalyoum. 26 October.

Monmouth's Earp Birthplace Museum in limbo

Matthew Dutton (2015). Monmouth's Earp Birthplace Museum in limbo. The Register-Mail. 26 October.

CG Road jeweller stole 300-year-old silver idol

Ahmedabad Mirror (2015). CG Road jeweller stole 300-year-old silver idol. Ahmedabad Mirror. 26 October.

Sosale mutt seer among three held for theft of silver chariot

DHNS (2015). Sosale mutt seer among three held for theft of silver chariot. Deccan Herald. 25 October.

HMS Hermes thefts: Teynham man arrested

Bess Browning (2015). HMS Hermes thefts: Teynham man arrested. Kent Online. 23 October.

Drunk California man accused of spraying graffiti on prehistoric carvings

Associated Press (2015). Drunk California man accused of spraying graffiti on prehistoric carvings. The Guardian. 23 October.

Police charge man with cemetery gates theft

Jonathan Shugarts (2015). Police charge man with cemetery gates theft. Citizen's News. 22 October.

Squatter 'makes $300,000 by selling off art collection' from San Francisco mansion

Tim Walker (2015). Squatter 'makes $300,000 by selling off art collection' from San Francisco mansion. The Independent. 21 October.

Cuban artist El Sexto released from jail for planned art piece criticizing Castros

Associated Press (2015). Cuban artist El Sexto released from jail for planned art piece criticizing Castros. The Guardian. 20 October.

La historia del ladrón que necesitaba !urgente! un reloj despertador: Robó en una iglesia y se quedó dormido junto al botín

The story of the thief that urgently needed an alarm clock: robbed a church and fell with the loot

Noticia al Dia (2015). La historia del ladrón que necesitaba !urgente! un reloj despertador: Robó en una iglesia y se quedó dormido junto al botín. Noticia al Dia. 20 October.

Squatter busted by SFPD in art theft at vacant Presidio Heights home

KTVU (2015). Squatter busted by SFPD in art theft at vacant Presidio Heights home. KTVU. 19 October.

Bulgarian Police Bust Antiquities Trafficking Group

Novinite (2015). Bulgarian Police Bust Antiquities Trafficking Group. Novinite. 15 October.

Four arrested after ancient burial sites found looted

Youn-Ho Kim (2015). Four arrested after ancient burial sites found looted. Korea JoongAng Daily. 7 October.

Kerala Forest Department Seizes Sandal Idols Worth Rs 1.5 Crore

Express News Service (2015). Kerala Forest Department Seizes Sandal Idols Worth Rs 1.5 Crore. The New Indian Express. 6 October.

Man charged with breaking $120,000 Chihuly at Tacoma Art Museum

Adam Lynn (2015). Man charged with breaking $120,000 Chihuly at Tacoma Art Museum. The News Tribune. 29 September.

Court Remands Scrap Dealer For Stealing Ancient Church Bell

Adu Gyamfi Ameyaw (2015). Court Remands Scrap Dealer For Stealing Ancient Church Bell. Peace FM. 29 September.

Cop dilemma over antique or fake

Bangalore Mirror (2015). Cop dilemma over antique or fake. Bangalore Mirror. 29 September.

Man arrested with antiquities

In Cyprus (2015). Man arrested with antiquities. In Cyprus. 26 September.

Lot-et-Garonne: 700 objets découverts chez les pilleurs d'églises

Lot-et-Garonne : 700 objects found in the home of church robbers

Sud Ouest (2015). Lot-et-Garonne: 700 objets découverts chez les pilleurs d'églises. Sud Ouest. 26 September.

Three arrested for stealing artifacts

Saudi Gazette (2015). Three arrested for stealing artifacts. Saudi Gazette. 16 September.

Roba Virgen de Iglesia

Theft of Church's Virgin

Gerardo González (2015). Roba Virgen de Iglesia. Plaza de Armas. 14 September.

Priest, Five Others Held for Idol Theft

Express News Service (2015). Priest, Five Others Held for Idol Theft. The New Indian Express. 13 September.

Antiquities robbers destroy 1,400-year-old church mosaic

Yori Yalon (2015). Antiquities robbers destroy 1,400-year-old church mosaic. Israel Hayom. 8 September.

Metal Detector Charged With Selling Artifacts From Murcia Via Internet

Murcia Today (2015). Metal Detector Charged With Selling Artifacts From Murcia Via Internet. Murcia Today. 8 September.

Bail Plea of Idol smuggler Subhash Kapoor rejected

Express News Service (2015). Bail Plea of Idol smuggler Subhash Kapoor rejected. The New Indian Express. 4 September.

Detienen a una segunda persona por el robo en las 22 iglesias y ermitas

Second person arrested for robberies of 22 churches and chapels

Alberto Abascal (2015). Detienen a una segunda persona por el robo en las 22 iglesias y ermitas. Diario Palentino. 31 August.

Detenido un vecino de El Carpio por el robo en la iglesia de Malpica

El Carpio man arrested for theft from Malpica church

La Tribuna de Toledo (2015). Detenido un vecino de El Carpio por el robo en la iglesia de Malpica. La Tribuna de Toledo. 29 August.

Gang dupes promising to sell ancient coin with magical powers

Press Trust of India (2015). Gang dupes promising to sell ancient coin with magical powers. Business Standard. 28 August.

Gang of temple thieves held; booty worth Rs 56L recovered

Deccan Herald (2015). Gang of temple thieves held; booty worth Rs 56L recovered. Deccan Herald. 28 August.

Seven panchaloha idol thieves arrested

Vishwa Kundapura (2015). Seven panchaloha idol thieves arrested. The Hindu. 27 August.

Archaeological looting case illustrates threat to native culture; new collaboration tackles problem

Elizabeth Larson (2015). Archaeological looting case illustrates threat to native culture; new collaboration tackles problem. Lake County News. 26 August.

After film director, woman arrested in idol theft case

TNN (2015). After film director, woman arrested in idol theft case. The Times of India. 26 August.

Woman Journo in Net for Idol Racket

Express News Service (2015). Woman Journo in Net for Idol Racket. The New Indian Express. 26 August.

Native American artifacts found in van

Berenice Quirino (2015). Native American artifacts found in van. Lake County Record-Bee. 25 August.

Detenido el presunto autor del robo en 22 iglesias de León, Zamora, Palencia y Valladolid

Man alleged to have committed the robberies of 22 churches in León, Zamora, Palencia and Valladolid arrested

iLeon (2015). Detenido el presunto autor del robo en 22 iglesias de León, Zamora, Palencia y Valladolid. iLeon. 25 August.

French couple arrested for looting archaeological site in Catalonia

The Local (2015). French couple arrested for looting archaeological site in Catalonia. The Local. 24 August.

Dutch police arrest man suspected of trying to sell fake Van Gogh painting

Associated Press (2015). Dutch police arrest man suspected of trying to sell fake Van Gogh painting. The Guardian. 21 August.

Disabled Reservoir pensioner reunited with father's stolen war medals after harrowing ordeal

Harrison Tippet (2015). Disabled Reservoir pensioner reunited with father's stolen war medals after harrowing ordeal. The Advertiser. 18 August.

Karkala: Idol thief caught after car overturns in bid to escape, another thrashed

Daijiworld Media Network (2015). Karkala: Idol thief caught after car overturns in bid to escape, another thrashed. Daijiworld. 18 August.

Kapoor's Clues Help TN Cops Locate Antiques

R Prince Jebakumar (2015). Kapoor's Clues Help TN Cops Locate Antiques. The New Indian Express. 15 August.

Idol smuggling: Woman journo turns approver

A Selvaraj (2015). Idol smuggling: Woman journo turns approver. The Times of India. 15 August.

Filmmaker in idol theft net

G.C. Shekhar (2015). Filmmaker in idol theft net. The Telegraph. 14 August.

Sculpture stolen from Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery found

CTV (2015). Sculpture stolen from Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery found. CTV. 13 August.

Stolen panchaloha idol recovered from capital suburb

Ignatius Pereira (2015). Stolen panchaloha idol recovered from capital suburb. The Hindu. 13 August.

Gang trying to sell 500-yr-old Quran busted in Karnataka

The Indian Express (2015). Gang trying to sell 500-yr-old Quran busted in Karnataka. The Indian Express. 13 August.

Veteran filmmaker held for idol smuggling

A Selvaraj (2015). Veteran filmmaker held for idol smuggling. The Times of India. 13 August.

Accused in idol theft case held in capital city

Kaumudi Online (2015). Accused in idol theft case held in capital city. Kaumudi Online. 12 August.

Suspects stick to stories in Oudong theft

May Titthara (2015). Suspects stick to stories in Oudong theft. The Phnom Penh Post. 12 August.

Dutch boy steals Pompeii relic to pay for iPhone

The Local (2015). Dutch boy steals Pompeii relic to pay for iPhone. The Local. 11 August.

Un botín eclesiástico

An ecclesiastical booty

Ignacio Cabanes (2015). Un botín eclesiástico. Levante. 9 August.

Racy temple dancers surrender

Sunthon Pongpao (2015). Racy temple dancers surrender. Bangkok Post. 8 August.

Man arrested with 2 'ashtadhatu' idols worth Rs 1.5 crore

Mid-day (2015). Man arrested with 2 'ashtadhatu' idols worth Rs 1.5 crore. Mid-day. 8 August.

Quincy police make arrest in burglary at History Museum

Valaree Dunn (2015). Quincy police make arrest in burglary at History Museum. WGEM. 6 August.

Man Held for Multiple Theft

Express News Service (2015). Man Held for Multiple Theft. The New Indian Express. 5 August.

Cierran el caso de robo a Virgen de Copacabana

Virgin of Copacabana Robbery Case Closed

Roberto Charca H. (2015). Cierran el caso de robo a Virgen de Copacabana. La Prensa. 4 August.

Antiquities theft thwarted near Beit Shemesh in late night helicopter chase

Hayah Goldlist-Eichler (2015). Antiquities theft thwarted near Beit Shemesh in late night helicopter chase. The Jerusalem Post. 30 July.

Police arrest suspect in alleged chain-saw theft from renowned South Jersey artist

Joe Warner (2015). Police arrest suspect in alleged chain-saw theft from renowned South Jersey artist. NJ.com. 26 July.

Dr. Morris Confirms That Myles Damaged Uxbenka

Daniel Ortiz (2015). Dr. Morris Confirms That Myles Damaged Uxbenka. 7 News Belize. 24 July.

Man, woman accused of stealing ancient ivory penis carvings from NC business

Fox (2015). Man, woman accused of stealing ancient ivory penis carvings from NC business. Fox. 23 July.

Police recovers statues worth Rs 5 cr in UP

Press Trust of India (2015). Police recovers statues worth Rs 5 cr in UP. Press Trust of India. 23 July.

PGR rescata piezas mayas

PGR rescues Maya artefacts

La Verdad (2015). PGR rescata piezas mayas. La Verdad. 21 July.

Chinese librarian replaced 140 masters paintings with works he painted himself

Nicola Davison (2015). Chinese librarian replaced 140 masters paintings with works he painted himself. The Telegraph. 21 July.

Man admits swapping classic Chinese artworks for fakes he painted himself

Associated Press (2015). Man admits swapping classic Chinese artworks for fakes he painted himself. The Guardian. 21 July.

'Chinese student held in Iraq not IS linked'

IANS (2015). 'Chinese student held in Iraq not IS linked'. Business Standard. 20 July.

Police arrest Jewish suspects in arson at 'loaves and fishes' church

The Times of Israel (2015). Police arrest Jewish suspects in arson at 'loaves and fishes' church. The Times of Israel. 12 July.

I followed my heart. We may be poor, but we are not criminal

Anurag Bende (2015). I followed my heart. We may be poor, but we are not criminal. Pune Mirror. 11 July.

Charges laid over art theft

Chen Wen-chan (2015). Charges laid over art theft. Taipei Times. 10 July.

Detenidos dos vecinos de Arnedo por robos en iglesias y viviendas

Two men from Arnedo arrested for robberies of churches and homes

La Rioja (2015). Detenidos dos vecinos de Arnedo por robos en iglesias y viviendas. La Rioja. 10 July.

Mandai Ganpati temple gold haul: Suspect nabbed while unscrewing tap from court in Shivajinagar

Express News Service (2015). Mandai Ganpati temple gold haul: Suspect nabbed while unscrewing tap from court in Shivajinagar. The Indian Express. 10 July.

4-member Gang Held, Gold Seized

Express News Service (2015). 4-member Gang Held, Gold Seized. The New Indian Express. 10 July.

$70K statue torn from downtown Portland pedestal

KATU (2015). $70K statue torn from downtown Portland pedestal. KATU. 9 July.

Serpent Mound suspect arrested

Times Gazette (2015). Serpent Mound suspect arrested. Times Gazette. 8 July.

Father enlists 4 kids to unearth 'treasure' from Second Temple period protected by 'demon'

Daniel K. Eisenbud (2015). Father enlists 4 kids to unearth 'treasure' from Second Temple period protected by 'demon'. The Jerusalem Post. 8 July.

Father-son caught red-handed trying to sell several ivory artifacts online

Chetan R (2015). Father-son caught red-handed trying to sell several ivory artifacts online. Bangalore Mirror. 7 July.

தேவகோட்டை அருகே கோவிலில் சிலை திருடிய மாணவர் உள்பட 2 பேர் கைது

Two, including a student, arrested for stealing a statue in a temple near Devakottai

Maalaimalar (2015). தேவகோட்டை அருகே கோவிலில் சிலை திருடிய மாணவர் உள்பட 2 பேர் கைது. Maalaimalar. 6 July.

Chinese visitor face charges in ancient art scam

Chuck Chiang (2015). Chinese visitor face charges in ancient art scam. Vancouver Sun. 29 June.

Tiruvannamalai Temple Gets Centuries-old Panchaloha Idols Back

R Prince Jebakumar (2015). Tiruvannamalai Temple Gets Centuries-old Panchaloha Idols Back. The Indian Express. 27 June.

Detenida una banda que robaba antigüedades en capillas del suroccidente

A gang that robbed antiquities in chapels of the southwest arrested

Asturias 24 (2015). Detenida una banda que robaba antigüedades en capillas del suroccidente. Asturias 24. 26 June.

Shepard Fairey Hit with Felony Charges, Arrest Warrant Issued by Detroit Police

Henri Neuendorf (2015). Shepard Fairey Hit with Felony Charges, Arrest Warrant Issued by Detroit Police. ArtNet News. 25 June.

Capturan a ladrón de iglesias en la ciudad de Durango

Church thief arrested in the city of Durango

UnoTV (2015). Capturan a ladrón de iglesias en la ciudad de Durango. UnoTV. 24 June.

Greek former archaeologist held for allegedly pilfering digs

Associated Press (2015). Greek former archaeologist held for allegedly pilfering digs. The San Diego Union-Tribune. 18 June.

Stolen 'ashtadhatu' idols of Mahavira recovered in Bihar

Press Trust of India (2015). Stolen 'ashtadhatu' idols of Mahavira recovered in Bihar. Z News. 17 June.

Cops crack sensational temple idol theft case

The Hindu (2015). Cops crack sensational temple idol theft case. The Hindu. 13 June.

Tres detenidos por el robo de una campana de la iglesia de Santiago donada días antes por un feligrés

Three arrested for stealing a bell from the church of Santiago that had been donated by a parishioner only days before

Diario Sur (2015). Tres detenidos por el robo de una campana de la iglesia de Santiago donada días antes por un feligrés. Diario Sur. 10 June.

Detenido el autor de un robo de piezas de plata en una parroquia de La Ribera

Perpetrator of a robbery of silver object from a parsonage in La Ribera arrested

Burgos Conecta (2015). Detenido el autor de un robo de piezas de plata en una parroquia de La Ribera. Burgos Conecta. 9 June.

Vijayawada Police Nab Notorious Temple Burglar

Express News Service (2015). Vijayawada Police Nab Notorious Temple Burglar. The Indian Express. 8 June.

Ex-Chihuly employee charged with stealing $3 million in art

Elizabeth Wiley (2015). Ex-Chihuly employee charged with stealing $3 million in art. King5. 2 June.

Federal agents comb records for disgraced dealer Subhash Kapoor's sales and gifts

Jason Felch (2015). Federal agents comb records for disgraced dealer Subhash Kapoor's sales and gifts. The Art Newspaper. 2 June.

Two curators arrested in Egypt for forging antiquities

Nevine El-Aref (2015). Two curators arrested in Egypt for forging antiquities. Ahram Online. 2 June.

Idol thieves held from Varanasi

Sandhya Nair (2015). Idol thieves held from Varanasi. The Times of India. 1 June.

Kasargod: Police arrest two persons for precious idol theft

Steephan Kayyar (2015). Kasargod: Police arrest two persons for precious idol theft. Daijiworld. 1 June.

Raiding the tomb raiders

Global Times (2015). Raiding the tomb raiders. Global Times. 31 May.

Argentine police arrest 'meteorite thieves'

BBC News (2015). Argentine police arrest 'meteorite thieves'. BBC News. 31 May.

Former journalist faces charges for stealing famous artwork from Hue museum

Thanh Nien News (2015). Former journalist faces charges for stealing famous artwork from Hue museum. Thanh Nien News. 30 May.

Bulgarian Police Seize Rare 5th Century BC Ancient Thracian Krater from Treasure Hunter

Ivan Dikov (2015). Bulgarian Police Seize Rare 5th Century BC Ancient Thracian Krater from Treasure Hunter. Archaeology in Bulgaria. 29 May.

Four Arrested in Crete for Attempting to Illegally Sell Priceless Minoan-Era Statuette

A. Makris (2015). Four Arrested in Crete for Attempting to Illegally Sell Priceless Minoan-Era Statuette. Greek Reporter. 29 May.

Police recover 300 years old idol

Press Trust of India (2015). Police recover 300 years old idol. Business Standard. 29 May.

China makes mass arrests over stolen artefacts

BBC News (2015). China makes mass arrests over stolen artefacts. BBC News. 27 May.

175 grave robbers arrested in biggest-ever tomb raid

CCTV (2015). 175 grave robbers arrested in biggest-ever tomb raid. CCTV. 27 May.

Metairie man tried to steal $25K Blue Dog painting from hospital, police say

Michelle Hunter (2015). Metairie man tried to steal $25K Blue Dog painting from hospital, police say. The Times-Picayune. 27 May.

Suspects arrested in case of stolen Memphis statue

Nevine El-Aref (2015). Suspects arrested in case of stolen Memphis statue. Ahram Online. 26 May.

Veinte detenidos de una banda que intentó robar las imágenes de la iglesia de Santiago

Twenty arrested from a gang that planned to rob the statues of the church of Santiago

Diario de Almería (2015). Veinte detenidos de una banda que intentó robar las imágenes de la iglesia de Santiago. Diario de Almería. 22 May.

Customs foil bid to smuggle Buddha statues

Obaid Abbasi (2015). Customs foil bid to smuggle Buddha statues. The Express Tribune. 20 May.

Thieves break antique idols hoping to find gold inside

The Hindu (2015). Thieves break antique idols hoping to find gold inside. The Hindu. 19 May.

700-yr-old idol recovered

Deccan Herald (2015). 700-yr-old idol recovered. Deccan Herald. 18 May.

Hundreds of stolen Roman-era artifacts recovered in police raid in Turkey

BGN News (2015). Hundreds of stolen Roman-era artifacts recovered in police raid in Turkey. BGN News. 17 May.

Ancient idols worth Rs 77cr being smuggled out seized in Chennai

TNN (2015). Ancient idols worth Rs 77cr being smuggled out seized in Chennai. The Times of India. 15 May.

महेश्वर जैन मंदिर में चोरी के चार आरोपी धराए, दो फरार

Maheshwar Jain temple theft: four arrested, two absconded

Naidunia (2015). महेश्वर जैन मंदिर में चोरी के चार आरोपी धराए, दो फरार. Naidunia. 14 May.

Two antique idols seized in Tuticorin

The Hindu (2015). Two antique idols seized in Tuticorin. The Hindu. 14 May.

Un español ocultaba en Tenerife arte sacro robado en iglesias suecas

Spaniard hides sacred art stolen from Swedish churches in Tenerife

El País (2015). Un español ocultaba en Tenerife arte sacro robado en iglesias suecas. El País. 11 May.

Israeli Antiquities Squad Stops Wannabe' 'Tomb Raiders' at Ancient Roman Catacomb

Tazpit News Agency (2015). Israeli Antiquities Squad Stops Wannabe' 'Tomb Raiders' at Ancient Roman Catacomb. The Jewish Press. 10 May.

Two B'luru Men Among 4 Caught with 2 Idols

Express News Service (2015). Two B'luru Men Among 4 Caught with 2 Idols. The New Indian Express. 9 May.

Two B'luru Men Among 4 Caught with 2 Idols

Express News Service (2015). Two B'luru Men Among 4 Caught with 2 Idols. New Indian Express. 9 May.

Manhattan Prosecutors Say New York Art Dealer Played Role in Sale of Stolen Artifacts

Graham Bowley (2015). Manhattan Prosecutors Say New York Art Dealer Played Role in Sale of Stolen Artifacts. The New York Times. 2 April.

St. Cloud State professor arrested, accused of smuggling ivory, rhinoceros horn

Paul McEnroe (2015). St. Cloud State professor arrested, accused of smuggling ivory, rhinoceros horn. Star Tribune. 31 March.

Chinese police arrest feng shui master and 174 others for looting antiquities

Richelle Simon (2015). Chinese police arrest feng shui master and 174 others for looting antiquities. The Art Newspaper. 27 March.

Man arrested for attempting to loot antiquities from northern underground cave

Daniel K. Eisenbud (2015). Man arrested for attempting to loot antiquities from northern underground cave. The Jerusalem Post. 26 March.

Arrested on theft charge

The Hindu (2015). Arrested on theft charge. The Hindu. 25 March.

Foreigner among suspects arrested by Bulgaria over trafficking archaeological artefacts

The Sofia Globe (2015). Foreigner among suspects arrested by Bulgaria over trafficking archaeological artefacts. The Sofia Globe. 24 March.

Head of Egypt museums arrested for taking bribe

Ahram Online (2015). Head of Egypt museums arrested for taking bribe. Ahram Online. 24 March.

Arrestan a sospechoso en Guatemala con 12 piezas arqueológicas prehispánicas

Suspect arrested in Guatemala with 12 prehispanic archaeological pieces

La Vanguardia (2015). Arrestan a sospechoso en Guatemala con 12 piezas arqueológicas prehispánicas. La Vanguardia. 20 March.

Cae sujeto por robo en iglesia de Cabo San Lucas

Subject caught for theft in Cabo San Lucas church

UnoTV (2015). Cae sujeto por robo en iglesia de Cabo San Lucas. UnoTV. 17 March.

Frustran intento de robo de acta matrimonial del hijo de Martí para sacarla de Cuba

Attempted theft of the marriage certificate of the son of Martí to remove it from Cuba thwarted

Daniel Benítez (2015). Frustran intento de robo de acta matrimonial del hijo de Martí para sacarla de Cuba. Cafe Fuerte. 6 February.

The juice bottle that brought down an art thief

Dan Lewis (2015). The juice bottle that brought down an art thief. BoingBoing. 6 February.

7 held with ancient Buddha statue

Rajendra Nath (2015). 7 held with ancient Buddha statue. eKantipur. 6 February.

Authorities seize ancient Hebrew book written on deer skin

BGN News (2015). Authorities seize ancient Hebrew book written on deer skin. BGN News. 3 February.

Tomb raiders arrested in Ashkelon National Park for looting, damaging ancient site

Daniel K. Eisenbud (2015). Tomb raiders arrested in Ashkelon National Park for looting, damaging ancient site. The Jerusalem Post. 1 February.

Archaeologists assessing finds made in police bust in northern Greece

eKathimerini (2015). Archaeologists assessing finds made in police bust in northern Greece. eKathimerini. 8 January.

Three held with stolen ashtadhatu idols

TNN (2015). Three held with stolen ashtadhatu idols. The Times of India. 7 January.

Antiquities Thieves Caught Red-Handed in Judean Desert Caves

Hillel Fendel (2014). Antiquities Thieves Caught Red-Handed in Judean Desert Caves. Arutz Sheva. 7 December.

Antiquities seized in Rusaifa

YK (2014). Antiquities seized in Rusaifa. Petra. 2 December.

Four South Koreans held over theft of Tsushima Buddhist statue

The Japan Times (2014). Four South Koreans held over theft of Tsushima Buddhist statue. The Japan Times. 25 November.

Policía captura a hombre por robo de imágenes religiosas

Police arrest a man for robbing religious items

Héctor Contreras (2014). Policía captura a hombre por robo de imágenes religiosas. Prensa Libre. 24 November.

Egyptian airport officials seize smuggled Ottoman-era coins

Nevine El-Aref (2014). Egyptian airport officials seize smuggled Ottoman-era coins. Ahram Online. 10 October.

Treasure hunt at ancient temples in Guntur district

M. Srinivas (2014). Treasure hunt at ancient temples in Guntur district. The Hindu. 8 October.

Police believe stolen Degas has not left Cyprus

Constantinos Psillides (2014). Police believe stolen Degas has not left Cyprus. Cyprus Mail. 6 October.

The man who stole India's past

Vaihayasi Pande Daniel (2014). The man who stole India's past. Rediff News. 7 September.

Magistrate's court wants report on archaeology site following arrests

The Sunday Times (2014). Magistrate's court wants report on archaeology site following arrests. The Sunday Times. 10 August.

Coin smuggler foiled at Cairo Airport

Nevine El-Aref (2014). Coin smuggler foiled at Cairo Airport. Ahram Online. 6 August.

Officials deny prison escape in Socotra

Ali Ibrahim Al-Moshki (2014). Officials deny prison escape in Socotra. Yemen Times. 6 August.

El Ayuntamiento de Mazarrón reclama medidas para la protección del barco fenicio

Mazarrón Council calls for measures to protect Phoenician ship; Spanish

Murcia Economía (2014). El Ayuntamiento de Mazarrón reclama medidas para la protección del barco fenicio. Murcia Economía. 5 August.

Huge Black Market in Native Relics Slowed by FBI Seizures

Mary Annette Pember (2014). Huge Black Market in Native Relics Slowed by FBI Seizures. Indian Country Today. 7 July.

China-bound passenger held with over 2,000 rare ancient coins

Jamal Shahid (2014). China-bound passenger held with over 2,000 rare ancient coins. Dawn. 2 June.

Egyptian police confiscate three mummies from smuggling gang

Nevine El-Aref (2014). Egyptian police confiscate three mummies from smuggling gang. Arahm Online. 12 April.

Italy's looted treasures found in Rome 'museum'

The Local (2014). Italy's looted treasures found in Rome 'museum'. The Local. 7 April.

Police confiscate ancient coffins from tomb raiders in Jerusalem

Daniel K. Eisenbud (2014). Police confiscate ancient coffins from tomb raiders in Jerusalem. The Jerusalem Post. 31 March.

1,500-year-old tomb in Mongolia saved from looters

The History Blog (2014). 1,500-year-old tomb in Mongolia saved from looters. The History Blog. 14 March.

Authorities Confiscate Stolen Archaeological Artifacts in Palmyra

FNA (2014). Authorities Confiscate Stolen Archaeological Artifacts in Palmyra. Fars News Agencys. 10 March.

Book proves Tweed man's $50m Cezanne painting is real

Nolan Verheij-Full (2014). Book proves Tweed man's $50m Cezanne painting is real. My Daily News. 10 March.

Bolivia: detienen a sacerdote por robo de joyas a la Virgen de Copacabana

BBC Mundo (2013). Bolivia: detienen a sacerdote por robo de joyas a la Virgen de Copacabana. BBC Mundo. 26 July.

Woman arrested while attempting to mail a mummy by parcel post

Igor I. Solar (2010). Woman arrested while attempting to mail a mummy by parcel post. Digital Journal. 27 October.

Stolen Picasso recovered undamaged in Brazil

Tom Phillips (2008). Stolen Picasso recovered undamaged in Brazil. The Guardian. 10 January.

Stolen Jaina image recovered

The Hindu (2004). Stolen Jaina image recovered. The Hindu. 13 October.

Indian police recover statue stolen from Bhutan

Kuensel (2002). Indian police recover statue stolen from Bhutan. Kuensel. 10 June.

Will "Blind Edip" Sing?

Ozgen Acar (2001). Will "Blind Edip" Sing?. Archaeology. 1 January.

Police Nab Antique Thief, Seize 700-year-old statue

Associated Press (1994). Police Nab Antique Thief, Seize 700-year-old statue. Associated Press. 20 December.