An art gallery in Vancouver’s Gastown said it was targeted by a planned smash-and-grab that has left them without a $20,000 sculpture.
The Gallery George on West Hastings Street said it had its front glass door smashed when the power went out on their block at around 8 p.m. on Tuesday. Shortly after, a massive 200-pound bronze horse head sculpture was taken from its pedestal.
“It was definitely planned,” said Theresa Mura, the art gallery’s director.
“Getting it into the gallery … we had a hydraulic lift and three very strong men to get it onto its pedestal.”
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Mura said through tears that it was heartbreaking to see one of the artist’s work stolen from the business.
The gallery’s director has filed a police report and said the gallery is planning a fundraiser to cover the damages and to increase security capacity.
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Vancouver police has confirmed the incident.
Const. Tania Visintin said a man was seen smashing the door and walking away from the building.
No arrests have been made and an investigation is underway.
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