National Museum closed for investigations
Posted in Local News
The National Museum has been closed till tomorrow (March 18) due to investigations following the robbery last night during which several valuable items were stolen, police said.
A sword, several gold coins and rings – of historical value- on display in the second floor of the museum were stolen after thieves broke into the Colombo National Museum last night.
Cinnamon Gardens Police are conducting investigations into the robbery.
Courtesy: Ada Derana
This is closing the stable door after the horse has bolted.
This is not the first time such a robbery has happened. Museum director is at fault for not providing adequate security. I suspect items are stolen to order regularly to be sold abroad for a lot of money. Ultimately, all our national treasures will be stolen. What a pity!
I think the Defence Sec should now take over the control of the National Museum, which is a tourist attraction, and order adequate 24 hr security with security alarms, CCTV and security guards, who are vetted for honesty and integrity with national pride.