Invisible liquid could be solution to public art thefts

An enterprising Irish firm believes it has come up with a solution to the growing problem of public art thefts around the country.

SmartWater Ireland claims its technology, which is like a “DNA for objects”, will act as a major deterrent to criminals behind a spate of public sculptures thefts over the past year.

Gardaí have reported a series of thefts of such works as the price of scrap metal, including bronze and copper, has soared.