Police progress in Kuhmoinen museum theft investigation reveals additional stolen firearms

The police have made progress in the investigation of the museum theft in Kuhmoinen. Authorities have discovered additional firearms stolen from the museum. According to Crime Commissioner Kari Aaltio, the police now have around ten weapons in their possession, estimating that eight or nine firearms were seized. Ongoing searches are expected to continue for new weapons. A total of 34 handguns were taken from the museum in July.

All the firearms found so far have been recovered from individuals known to the police, primarily located in the Pirkanmaa region. Officials indicate that the suspects involved do not belong to any criminal organization, and there is no evidence suggesting connections to international crime. However, there is a presumption that the stolen weapons could be used within organized crime circles. Aaltio believes that further firearms may be discovered in the Pirkanmaa, Southwestern Finland, and Southern Finland areas.

In relation to the Kuhmoinen theft, the Pirkanmaa District Court detained a 49-year-old man on July 9, who allegedly broke into the Kuhmoinen arms and military museum on July 2-3, stealing 34 handguns. He is suspected of aggravated theft and serious firearm offenses. The detained individual has a prior criminal record and has served time in prison. He also attempted a second break-in at the museum on July 5 with another man born in 1985. Although that attempt failed, they are suspected of breaking into an unoccupied apartment on the museum property and stealing alcohol.

On July 13, a 1963-born woman and a 1987-born man were detained in connection with the case. The police are also investigating a man born in 1990, who is suspected of serious concealment and firearm offenses. The police are still requesting tips related to the case, which can be sent to [email protected] with the subject “Asevarkaus Kuhmoinen,” or by calling 0295 414 741.