Michael Rohana stole the clay digit six years ago at a Philadelphia museum where he had been attending an ugly-sweater party. He pleaded guilty this week.
Tag: Robberies and Thefts
Corruption Watchdog Moves to Clear Cyril Ramaphosa
After $580,000 was stolen from a sofa of President Cyril Ramaphosa, his head of security skirted regulations, but the president did not, according to a preliminary report by a corruption watchdog.
Thief Steals Nearly 200,000 Cadbury Creme Eggs in Britain
Unable to resist jokes, the police credited themselves with having “helped save Easter” by solving the “eggs-travagent” crime.
As Russians Steal Ukraine’s Art, They Attack Its Identity, Too
Russian forces have looted tens of thousands of pieces, including avant-garde oil paintings and Scythian gold. Experts say it is the biggest art heist since the Nazis in World War II, intended to strip Ukraine of its cultural heritage.
Will the African National Congress Buy President Ramaphosa’s Alibi?
A bizarre scandal threatens to topple President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa from leadership of the African National Congress, which begins its party conference on Friday. Will A.N.C. members buy his astonishing account?
Cyril Ramaphosa Unlikely to Face Impeachment in South Africa
Leaders of the governing African National Congress said they opposed holding an impeachment hearing for President Cyril Ramaphosa over a scandal involving cash stolen from a couch at his game farm.
Under Pressure, South Africa’s President Snubs Party’s Leadership
In the face of possible impeachment, Cyril Ramaphosa has not been seen since the release of a damning report. But his allies are urging him to fight back and remain in office.
Thieves Steal Ancient Gold Coins From German Museum
The theft played out like the plot of a movie. The artifacts could be worth $1.7 million if sold to dealers — or $260,000 if melted down.
Ian Hamilton, 97, Who Stole a Scottish Relic From Westminster Abbey, Dies
In an audacious caper, he and three other Scottish nationalists liberated the Stone of Destiny nearly 700 years after England had seized it from Scotland.
A Shift in Crime
Murders are declining, but other crimes are still disrupting American life.