A UNIQUE high-value statue has been stolen from an auction house in Hampshire.
Hampshire Constabulary received a report that just before 10.15pm on Monday, October 16, a window was smashed at Hannam’s Auctioneers in Selbourne Road, Alton.
Two people made off in a blue car with a unique, high-value statue. The statue taken is described as being the Hawk On Stand Koro by Maruki, a Japanese bronze incense burner.
READ MORE: Basingstoke man, 25, arrested on suspicion of six counts of theft
A Hampshire Constabulary spokesperson said: "We have conducted a number of enquiries and are now asking you for any information that might assist with our investigation.
"Have you seen an item matching this description since it was stolen? Maybe you have CCTV or dashcam footage from the area?"
Anyone with information is asked to contact 101 using the reference number 44230424509.
Alternatively, residents can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereComments are closed on this article