Two men arrested after treasure hoard found in Herefordshire

They've both been released on bail.

Author: Ben CartwrightPublished 18th Sep 2023

West Mercia Police say they're aware of the discovery of a large treasure hoard in Cradley, Herefordshire, at the end of August 2023.

An investigation is underway in to possible offences committed under the Treasure Act 1996 and the Dealing in Cultural Objects (Offences) Act 2003.

As part of this investigation two men, aged 65 and 66, were arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and handling tainted coins.

Both men have now been released on police bail.

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