The demand for metals and collectors seeking antiques are making the thousands of churches dotting villages and towns across France easy targets for thieves.
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Thieves target bronze bells from French churches
CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Thieves take off with heavy, historic church bell valued at nearly $30,000
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Thief inspired by French Netflix show Lupin robs oratory near Milan, Italy
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The Bells in France: They Are Ringing. And Ringing. And Ringing. – Maureen's Suitcase
Thieves steal historic 800-pound church bell in stages: 'Tell the ding dong to bring the bell back
Thieves target bronze bells from French churches
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