Family run music shop has accordions stolen, Berkshire

A music shop in Sunningdale, Berkshire, was burgled in August, with thieves stealing nearly 40 instruments worth over £100,000. The shop, owned by Bev Lovell, has been in the family for five generations and was targeted for the first time. The stolen items include rare and handmade accordions, making them difficult to replace. Thames Valley Police have released images of a suspect and are seeking public assistance, particularly in South Wales. The shop hopes for the recovery of the instruments, which are likely to be sold in Europe due to their rarity.

What type of instruments were primarily stolen from the shop in Sunningdale?

• Drums

• Guitars

• Pianos and accordions

• Violins

Why is it difficult to sell the stolen accordions in the UK?

• They are damaged

• They are illegal

• They are not popular in the UK

• They are too expensive

What action did Thames Valley Police take to solve the burglary?

• Offered a reward for information

• Closed the shop temporarily

• Released images of a suspect

• Increased patrols in the area

How long has the music shop been in Bev's family?

• Three generations

• Two generations

• Four generations

• Five generations

What is a significant challenge in replacing the stolen instruments?

• They are mass-produced

• They are too expensive to replace

• They are handmade and take time to replace

• They are out of stock