Europol

“may indicate the involvement of new criminal networks”

Europol · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-28

Europol suggested that the shift towards forceful methods in museum thefts may point to new criminal networks.

“becoming increasingly aggressive, with a shift towards violent and forceful methods”

Europol · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-28

Europol commented on the trend of museum thefts across Europe becoming more violent.