Ittai Gradel: Antiquities dealer who exposed British Museum thefts dies aged 61

Dr Ittai Gradel, a former academic turned antiquities dealer, has died of cancer at the age of 61. He exposed the theft of hundreds of artifacts from the British Museum, leading to an ongoing police investigation. In recognition of his contribution, he received a medal from the museum shortly before his death. Gradel expressed concern about the future of the investigation, hoping to see charges brought before he passed away.