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MOA Press Release
August 20, 2008
UBC Museum of Anthropology Theft Update - Last Two Bill Reid Pieces Recovered
Police are continuing their investigation, and are in the process of completing a report to Crown Counsel which will outline all circumstances surrounding the break-and-enter and theft. Although the RCMP are pleased that they have been able to recover all the stolen pieces, they are seeking any information which will lead to the recovery of the broken-off piece of the carved argillite pipe.
Anyone who has any information as to the whereabouts of this piece is asked to contact 778.886.2870 or Crime Stoppers at 1.800.222.8477.
Meanwhile, all of the recovered Bill Reid pieces have been returned to the UBC Museum of Anthropology. They are being examined to determine suitability for exhibition when the Museum re-opens again in March 2009 after a six-month closure for renovations. Three Mexican jewellery pieces, heavily damaged, remain in police hands.
Media inquiries can be directed to: Cst Annie Linteau, RCMP E Division Strategic Communication Section, 604.264.2929; or Scott Macrae, Executive Director, UBC Public Affairs, 604.822.2064
Photo Credit: Detail of argillite pipe with missing piece highlighted
