Police: Mineral museum burglarized

FRANKLIN — Franklin police are seeking information on burglars who are accused of breaking into the Franklin Mineral Museum on Monday and stealing about $30,000 worth of precious stones, gems and minerals.
Police said the break-in is believed to have happened sometime after 4:40 a.m., when burglars forced their way into the museum through a second-story window and ransacked the shelves and displays. Police said the museum's display cabinets were shattered causing substantial damage.
The stolen merchandise has significant value, and is a unique part of the mineral history within Sussex County.
Police said one or more of the alleged burglars appeared to have sustained significant injury during the break-in, leaving blood stains throughout the museum. The injury appears to be a severe laceration.
Anyone who has any information regarding the break-in or anyone who has noticed someone with an unusual laceration is asked to contact Detective Daniel Flora at 862-273-5170 or Detective Sergeant Nevin Mattessich at 862-268-1401. Callers can remain anonymous.