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An ultra-rare Star Wars Lego collection went missing - it's sparked viral conspiracies (opens original article in a new tab)

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An 83-year-old man's rare Star Wars Lego collection disappeared, sparking lawsuits, conspiracy theories, and a YouTuber's viral campaign that led to charges and a legal dispute over the collection's value.

  • Ed Mansell's rare Star Wars Lego collection went missing, leading to lawsuits and conspiracy theories
  • A YouTuber's campaign brought attention to the case, resulting in charges against him
  • Bricks & Minifigs claims the collection is worth $80,000, not $200,000 as claimed by the YouTuber
  • A GoFundMe raised over $465,000 to help recover the collection and cover legal costs

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