Feb 25 • 04:35 UTC 🇳🇴 Norway NRK

Indicted for Shock Breaking at Fornebu

Two men are indicted for a jewelry and watch theft at Blomqvist Auction House in Fornebu, Norway, in which close to 900,000 NOK worth of items were stolen.

Two men have been indicted for their involvement in a daring burglary at Blomqvist Auction House located in Fornebu, Norway, where nearly 900,000 NOK worth of jewelry and watches were stolen. According to reports, the thieves executed their plan by reversing a vehicle into the building, shattering the glass facade to gain entry. They were inside the auction house for only 30 seconds, highlighting the swift and audacious nature of the crime.

The attorney for one of the accused, Sugin Varatharajan, has confirmed that his client admits to breaking in and stealing items from Blomqvist, which reveals a level of admission that may affect the proceedings. On the other hand, the lawyer representing the second indicted man, Espen Wangberg, has declined to comment on the case, leaving many questions unanswered regarding his client's involvement and defense strategy.

The trial is set to commence at the Oslo District Court on August 17. This case not only raises concerns about security measures at auction houses but also addresses the broader implications of organized crime within Norway, particularly in relation to high-value thefts. As the community waits for the trial, discussions around enhancing safety protocols in such vulnerable establishments are likely to intensify.

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