(original title: the 18K pure gold toilet in Churchill's former residence was stolen, with a value of more than 8.8 million yuan)
On the 14th local time, a theft occurred at Churchill Manor (Blenheim Palace) in Oxfordshire, England, in which a £ 1 million 18K pure gold toilet was stolen.
According to the associated press and CNN, the stolen golden toilet is called 'America', written by Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan. The gold toilet is part of an ongoing exhibition at Churchill manor, which is worth about 1 million pounds (about 8.847 million yuan).
At 4:57 a.m. local time on Saturday (14th), the local police received a report of the theft of the golden toilet. It is reported that the thieves broke into the manor in the early morning and left the scene of the crime at about 4:50. Police have arrested a 66 year old man involved, but the stolen gold toilet has not been found.
Stolen gold toilet (source: Getty)
Investigators pointed out that the gold toilet installed in the exhibition hall was stolen, causing serious damage to the building itself and water leakage.
Blenheim Palace issued an official statement on the 14th that the exhibition hall had been closed after the incident. Dominic & middot, head of Blenheim Palace; Dominic hare said that the exhibition hall will open as usual on the 15th, and tourists can continue to visit.
According to British media reports earlier, the golden toilet installed in Blenheim Palace can be used by tourists for toilet or self photographing. The toilet was officially opened in this luxury manor in September this year and placed opposite the room where Churchill was born. In order to reduce the queuing time, the official stipulates that each tourist can only use it for 3 minutes, and must make an appointment for the use time of the toilet in advance.
Source: CNN
Blenheim Palace, also known as Churchill manor, was built in 1705 and located in Oxfordshire, England. It is listed as a world cultural heritage by UNESCO. This is the birthplace of former British Prime Minister Churchill, which displays many precious works of art and furniture. In addition, special events such as fashion shows and art exhibitions will be held here from time to time.