Classic Snowman artwork stolen

THIEVES have stolen original artwork used in the animated film The Snowman. At least 18 animation cells worth a total of €29,000 (stg£20,000) were taken from the film’s central London production headquarters.

The thieves melted away with the pictures, which showed scenes of the film's two main characters the snowman and the young boy James.

Film bosses believe the cells were stolen to order by or for someone with extensive knowledge of animation.