Appeal after art and antiques stolen from Richmond home

Police are appealing for witnesses and information about a burglary in Richmond.

It happened on Frenchgate between 30 January 2024 and February while the residents were away when antiques and artwork were stolen worth several £1,000s.

 

The stolen items are very distinctive and include two paintings, one called ‘Distant Valley' by local artist Lynn Ward, a picture by French artist Valette, and a silver Elizabeth II punchbowl.

Please call the police if you have been offered any of the items for sale or know where they are now.

Please also get in touch if you have any information about the burglary or saw any suspicious activity or people in Frenchgate over the time period when the burglary occurred.

Anyone with information that could assist the investigation should email [email protected].

You can also call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for PC Michael Smith.

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Please quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12240023048.