Auschwitz theft linked to Swedish neo-Nazis

Polish authorities have formally asked Sweden to help track down those behind the theft of the "Arbeit macht frei" ("work will set you free") sign at the former Nazi concentration camp at Auschwitz.

The infamous sign was stolen on December 17 but shortly afterwards it was recovered and five suspects were arrested.

On Tuesday, officials in Warsaw confirmed that Poland was to formally seek the request of Sweden in investigating the theft, confirming that Polish authorities suspect a Swedish link in the crime.

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