During the Ferragosto public holiday in Messina, Sicily, a security breach occurred at the MuMe (Museo Regionale di Messina), resulting in the theft of significant Renaissance artworks. The stolen pieces are attributed to the renowned 15th-century painter Antonello da Messina, a figure central to the history of Sicilian art.

Local authorities have launched an investigation into the heist, which took advantage of the holiday period when the city was largely focused on festivities. While the museum has not yet released a full inventory of the missing items or an estimate of their market value, the loss of these masterworks is considered a significant cultural blow to the region. Security protocols at the time of the incident are currently under review by law enforcement to determine how the perpetrators gained access to the collection. No suspects have been publicly identified, and the museum remains closed to the public as the investigation continues.