Huge Henry Moore sculpture stolen in Britain
From Danica Kirka

LONDON—Thieves using a flatbed truck and a crane snatched a two-ton Henry Moore bronze of a reclining figure from the grounds of the late sculptor’s foundation north of London, police said Saturday. The sculpture, valued at more than $5.2 million, was stolen Thursday night from the artist’s Hertfordshire county estate, authorities said in a statement.
“This is a very valuable statue and we are working closely with the Henry Moore Foundation to ensure its safe return,” said Detective Sgt. Graeme Smith of the Area Crime Unit. “The foundation is offering a substantial reward for information leading to its recovery.” Authorities said they were investigating all potential motives for the crime, including the possibility that the thieves planned to melt the sculpture and sell it for scrap.
“It is a nationally renowned sculpture and very, very difficult to get rid of,” said Chief Inspector Richard Harbon. “So, obviously, we are looking at all the possibilities, as I said, right from scrap metal right up to fine arts theft.” Police said three thieves brought in a crane to lift the sculpture onto the flatbed truck, then drove away at 10:16 p.m. Thursday. The theft was filmed by security video.