Theft is a wrong practice but still, some mischievous elements around us are involved in this moral and religious crime. Although you may have heard of the theft of jewelry or some valuables to date, we will tell you about the theft of some gigantic or heavy items that no one could have imagined being stolen.
Buddhist Monastery Bell Ball Stolen
In 2005, a giant bell was stolen from a Buddhist monastery. However, thieves were caught trying to sell. The bell was being sold in various pieces for 3, 000 pounds.
M60 Tank Stolen
In May 1995, a man stole the tank from the California Army National Guard. The man rammed the tank into everything in its path. However, the police reached the tank and shot the thief.
Manhole Covers Stolen
In 1990, a man in Los Angeles stole 300 manhole covers. One lid weighed 300 pounds, which means 90,000 pounds were stolen. They are worth $1,800.
Qing Dynasty Bridge Stolen
In 2012, not only was a historic stone bridge stolen overnight in Shanghai but it was also sold to a garden company. The bridge was 100 years old and was added to the protected cultural heritage site in 2008.
A Wealthy Yachts, Alter Ego and Zula Stolen
You may be surprised to learn that in July 2016, two luxury ships were stolen off the coast of Dubai. The ships were valued at 4 million dollars. It has been speculated that the ships may have been delivered to the Philippines.
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800-Year-Old Cedar Tree Stolen From B.C. Park
In 2012, cunning thieves stole an 800-year-old tree from Vancouver Island. It was also the tallest tree on the island.
An Entire Orthodox Church Stolen
The whole church was stolen in Russia in 2008. This was done by the locals of a nearby village. They started stealing bricks from this deserted church and sold them to a businessman.
A Wholly Filled Oil Tanker Stolen
Somali pirates stole a wholly loaded oil tanker from an oil field in Ghana in 2008; they contained 4.1 million barrels of oil worth $100. This has happened three times in eighteen months, leading many to doubt that the Nigerian navy securing the ships is in on the play. One tanker was recovered but colored differently.
The Ronald McDonald Statue Stolen
The most interesting theft took place in April 2017 in New Jersey. Yes, the famous McDonald's 250-pound statue in New Jersey was stolen, including the seat. The biggest question is how and why was it stolen. The authority announced that it had been found but declined moreover comment.