robbery

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Ten years later, a different version of the painting was stolen in an armed robbery, along with the artist’s “Madonna,” from the Munch Museum across town.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

The robbery suspect has since been identified as Emmanuel Mbense, who died in April 2022.

From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026

Although Carrillo was driving the Mitsubishi that day, he was not a suspect in the robbery, which prosecutors say was committed by his then-girlfriend.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 2026

Burton had previously apologized to Battle’s family in a public letter where he acknowledged that it took him a long time and stamina to admit his role in the robbery.

From Slate • Mar. 6, 2026

Miss Henry said that she was in the drugstore when the robbery began.

From "Monster" by Walter Dean Myers