Historical Events tagged with "police investigation"
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The Theft of Munch's The Scream
Four thieves broke into the National Gallery in Oslo, Norway, and stole Edvard Munch's famous painting The Scream. The robbery took place in the morning during daylight, exploiting the security settings of the gallery. The artwork had been displaying perceptions of anxiety since its creation and was recognized worldwide. The police were alerted soon after the heist, sparking a large-scale investigation to recover the iconic piece.
Continue ReadingArrest of Serial Killer Peter Sutcliffe
Peter Sutcliffe, infamously known as the Yorkshire Ripper, was arrested by police in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. His capture concluded one of the most extensive investigations by a British police force, which sought to apprehend the perpetrator responsible for a series of brutal murders of women across Northern England. This arrest marked a significant breakthrough in a case that had terrified communities and strained police resources for several years.
Continue ReadingDisappearance of the Beaumont Children
Three Beaumont siblings, Jane, Arnna, and Grant, vanished while at Semaphore Beach in South Australia, sparking a massive search effort. The children, aged 9, 7, and 4, were last seen playing near the shoreline. Eyewitness reports suggested they were seen with a man, leading to numerous theories and sightings. The investigation generated widespread media attention and public concern, resulting in one of Australia’s largest police investigations, involving thousands of volunteers and extensive resources to locate the children, who were never found.
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