Banksy's Piranha Art Moved for Safety

A recent artwork by renowned street artist Banksy, depicting piranhas swimming on a police sentry box, has been relocated by City of London officials to ensure its safety. The City of London Corporation announced on Monday that the piece, part of a series of eight new works, was moved to Guildhall Yard for proper protection and public viewing. A spokesperson indicated that a permanent location for the artwork will be determined in the future. The piranha piece, located near the Old Bailey court, attracted significant attention, with crowds gathering to photograph it before workmen cordoned it off. This follows the removal of another Banksy piece, a large cat silhouette on an abandoned billboard in Cricklewood, also taken down due to concerns over potential theft. In a separate incident, a wolf silhouette artwork was swiftly removed by masked individuals shortly after its unveiling. Banksy has been actively unveiling new pieces across London, including a rhino on a Nissan Micra and various animal silhouettes. The series began with a goat near Kew Bridge, followed by elephants in Chelsea and monkeys under a Brick Lane bridge. The latter was also removed shortly after its appearance, leading to speculation about Banksy's involvement, which he has denied. The artist confirmed his latest work featuring swimming fish, emphasizing the ongoing interest and controversy surrounding his street art in the capital.