Council contacts police to locate Banksy artwork valued up to £500,000 in Peckham

The council in south London has reported the removal of a street sign featuring artwork by the anonymous artist Banksy to the police. The artwork, which depicts three military drones on a red stop sign, was unveiled on Friday but was quickly taken down by an unknown man using bolt cutters. Witnesses managed to take photos of the incident. According to one gallery owner, the artwork could be worth up to £500,000. Southwark Council has filed a report with the Metropolitan Police. The incident has sparked debates over whether it was a publicity stunt and the potential value of the artwork. Banksy's followers on Instagram interpreted the piece as a call for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. Art experts have praised Banksy's work for its thought-provoking and political nature. However, while the artwork may be worth a substantial amount, finding a buyer could be challenging due to the circumstances of its acquisition. Banksy has created several notable pieces this year, including the Valentine's Day Mascara mural in Margate and The Art of Banksy exhibition in London.