1,000 Items Stolen from California Museum Collection

Over 1,000 historical items, including Native American artifacts, were stolen in a burglary at the Oakland Museum of California’s storage facility early on October 15. The Oakland Police and FBI are investigating the heist, which occurred shortly before 3:30 a.m. Museum officials emphasize the cultural significance of the stolen items and are collaborating with law enforcement to recover them. The investigation is ongoing, with the FBI’s Art Crime Team involved in the case.