Over 1,000 artifacts stolen from Oakland Museum of California, police say

"Shortly before 3:30 a.m. on Oct. 15, a suspect or suspects broke into the museum's off-site storage facility, according to a press release from OPD. They stole more than 1,000 items, including jewelry, Native American baskets, and other artifacts, police said. "The theft that occurred represents a brazen act that robs the public of our state's cultural heritage," said Lori Fogarty, executive director and CEO of the Oakland Museum of California, adding that most of the stolen items were donated to the museum."

"The Oakland Police Department announced on Wednesday that it is working with the FBI's Art Crime Team to investigate a burglary from the Oakland Museum of California's collection two weeks ago. Fogarty said OMCA is working closely with OPD, the city of Oakland, and the FBI. Police did not say how much the stolen artifacts were valued at. This is a developing story. Check back for updates."

The Oakland Police Department is working with the FBI's Art Crime Team to investigate a burglary at the Oakland Museum of California two weeks ago. Shortly before 3:30 a.m. on Oct. 15, a suspect or suspects broke into the museum's off-site storage facility and stole more than 1,000 items, including jewelry, Native American baskets, and other artifacts. Lori Fogarty, executive director and CEO of the Oakland Museum of California, called the theft a brazen act that robs the public of the state's cultural heritage and said most stolen items had been donated. OMCA is coordinating with OPD, the city, and the FBI. Police did not disclose the value of the items.

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