World News 03-12-2002 who: Museum director Bert Molsbergen what: Baffled as thieves cheat alarm system in massive gem robbery where: The Museon, The Hague, Netherlands when: Yesterday snippet: The robbers` haul "included millions of pounds worth of necklaces, tiaras and gems lent by other institutions and individuals - including some of Europe`s royal families," says The Guardian. "We still have no idea how the men got past the security system, nor indeed how many of them there were," said Mr Molsbergen, adding that the exhibition was protected by round-the-clock security guards, surveillance cameras and infrared sensors, with reinforced glass display cases for the most valuable pieces. [... more]

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