TWO men have been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and handling tainted coins after a large treasure hoard was discovered in Herefordshire.
Police are investigating treasure found in Cradley at the end of last month. As part of this investigation two men, aged 65 and 66, were arrested and released on police bail.
West Mercia Police said: "We are aware of the discovery of a large treasure hoard in Cradley, Herefordshire, at the end of August.
"An investigation is underway in to possible offences committed under the Treasure Act 1996 and the Dealing in Cultural Objects (Offences) Act 2003.
"As part of this investigation two men, aged 65 and 66, were arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and handling tainted coins. Both men have now been released on police bail."
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