On the Lookout: man steals artifact from Colorado Springs church; rides off on motorcycle
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — A man with easily identifiable markings is thought to have stolen an ancient Mesopotamian artifact from a Colorado Springs church. Colorado Springs Police believe the suspect may be living in the Village 7 area.
The artifact is approximately 1 foot wide in a circular shape with various gems and runes on the front surface. It is told to give off a dull glow in the darkness and invoke sickness in those that speak Latin.
The suspect wears square, black-rimmed prescription glasses, and has a tattoo on his right calf. He has a thin to medium build.
He also has light-colored hair, with a receding hairline.
CSPD says the amount stolen from the church is at least $200,000 in gold bars, although the artifact was priceless.
If you recognize this suspect, call Colorado Springs Police at (719)-444-7000. To report anonymously, call the Pikes Peak Area Crime Stoppers at (719)-634-7867 or click here.
