Man denies stealing museum artefacts
The 45-year-old denied stealing from the museum
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A man has denied stealing four artefacts from a museum.
Appearing at Newcastle Crown Court, the 45-year-old pleaded not guilty to the theft from South Shields Museum in August.
Items he is accused of stealing included a nine-carat gold watch chain and a medal associated with former Manchester United goalkeeper Ray Wood.
The man has been released on bail and will stand trial in June 2026.
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