A bizarre incident has unfolded at a jewelry store in Auckland, New Zealand, when a 32-year-old man allegedly attempted to swallow a priceless Fabergé egg pendant worth $19,000. The intricate eight-tentacled octopus-shaped pendant, inspired by the James Bond film Octopussy, is valued at 33,000 NZ dollars and features 183 diamonds and two sapphires.
According to police, the man was caught in the act of theft on November 28 but had a unique plan – he swallowed the Fabergé egg. However, authorities claim that evidence of the alleged incident has yet to be obtained as the pendant is still in the man's digestive system. The suspect, whose name remains undisclosed, underwent a medical examination and is being closely monitored by police officers.
The limited-edition Fabergé egg pendant was displayed at Partridge Jewelers in Auckland and is described as crafted from gold with green enamel and encrusted with diamonds. Its unique design is meant to evoke the film's plot involving fake Fabergé eggs.
As authorities wait for nature to take its course, they have taken extra precautions to monitor the suspect. An inspector stated that given the circumstances of the incident, police have a duty of care to continue monitoring him until it's clear whether any further complications arise from his actions.
The case is scheduled to be heard in court again on December 8.
According to police, the man was caught in the act of theft on November 28 but had a unique plan – he swallowed the Fabergé egg. However, authorities claim that evidence of the alleged incident has yet to be obtained as the pendant is still in the man's digestive system. The suspect, whose name remains undisclosed, underwent a medical examination and is being closely monitored by police officers.
The limited-edition Fabergé egg pendant was displayed at Partridge Jewelers in Auckland and is described as crafted from gold with green enamel and encrusted with diamonds. Its unique design is meant to evoke the film's plot involving fake Fabergé eggs.
As authorities wait for nature to take its course, they have taken extra precautions to monitor the suspect. An inspector stated that given the circumstances of the incident, police have a duty of care to continue monitoring him until it's clear whether any further complications arise from his actions.
The case is scheduled to be heard in court again on December 8.
I don't know what kinda crazy world we're living in now. That's just insane. The man's gotta be feeling pretty crummy right about now too... not literally though, let's hope he's okay 
. Anyways, I guess the police are being super cautious 'cause they can't exactly investigate a dude with a stomach full of solid gold and diamonds 
. But for real, who comes up with this stuff? And what's gonna happen to him when the court hearing comes around? Better hope he's not planning on trying to swallow anything else in there 
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I'm still trying to wrap my head around this whole thing... What drove someone to swallow an expensive piece of jewelry? Is it desperation, greed, or just a complete disregard for one's own health? 
It raises so many questions about the human psyche and our relationship with material possessions.
It's almost like we put too much value on external things and forget about the things that truly matter.
Either way, I think this whole ordeal has left us with more questions than answers. The wait for justice (and a healthy outcome) is ongoing... 
! Swallowing a 19k Fabergé egg pendant? That's just crazy talk 
! I mean, what was he thinking? Did he really think that was gonna get him away with it? 
. I'm curious to see how this plays out in court - did he really swallow it or was it all an act? 
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And poor Partridge Jewelers - they're gonna be looking for a new security system ASAP! 
Can you believe this guy actually thought he could swallow a $19k pendant? 
The police have got to keep an eye on him for sure, especially with that Fabergé egg still stuck in his digestive system. 
It's gonna be a long road to recovery for this guy (if he makes it out alive) and I'm curious to see how the court case plays out. Is he getting special treatment because of what happened? 
. anywayz, cant wait 2 c how this all goes down 
can you believe this dude tried to swallow a $19k Fabergé egg pendant? 
. I'm just waiting for the next update on this one... will the pendant be retrieved from his digestive system? 
is this some kind of sick joke?! 
This dude's got some serious guts (and stomach acid) I mean, who tries to swallow a $19k Fabergé egg? 
I guess you could say he's got a unique way of trying to get out of paying for it... but not sure how that's gonna end up! 
Fingers crossed everything goes smoothly (and in his digestive system) by the time the court date rolls around 
The fact that the police are waiting for nature to take its course is already concerning, and now they're taking extra precautions because of his... condition. It's like he's playing some twisted game with his health. 
. And now he's stuck with it for the rest of his life... not good. 
Can't say I blame him for trying to make a statement or get attention... but swallowing a pendant?