Two men arrested in Belfast city centre after theft of 'a high value piece of art' - painting

Police in Belfast city centre have arrested two men on suspicion of theft.

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In a statement Sergeant Rooney, said: "Police received a report shortly before 4pm on Wednesday 2nd April, in relation to the theft of a high value piece of art.

"A short time later, officers located two men in the Ormeau Road area, who matched the description of the suspects.

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Ormeau Road

"A painting was seized, along with additional items linked to a theft from another premises.

"A 39-year-old man and a 49-year-old man were subsequently arrested on suspicion of theft and remain in custody at this time."

Anyone with information can contact police on 101, quoting reference 1071 of 02/04/25.

You can also submit a report online using our non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org

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