An original, "priceless" John Opie painting that was stolen by mobsters in the 1960s was found in Utah and returned to its rightful owner after an investigation that took two years.
It's a story full of twists and turns, mobsters and alleged corruption, ripe for a screenplay in Hollywood. In July 1969, an original 18th-century painting done by famed artist John Opie was reportedly stolen by mobsters out of a home in New Jersey under the direction of an allegedly corrupt U.S. Senator.
An 18th century British painting stolen by mobsters in 1969 has been returned more than a half-century later to the family that bought the painting for $7,500.
The FBI says an 18th century British painting stolen by mobsters in 1969 has been returned more than a half-century later to the family that bought the painting during the Great Depression.