The Maashorst municipality admitted the mishap stems from inadequate storage protocols while artworks were kept in a basement during the renovation work. Mayor Hans van der Pas expressed regret over the incident, emphasizing that such valuables should not be treated carelessly. Reports unveiled that the artworks were stored improperly, as some ended up in wheelie bins. Although investigations are ongoing, the town hall has stated that the chances of recovering the artworks are slim. This event adds to a string of Warhol-related incidents in the region, as some prints had previously been stolen only to be abandoned due to size constraints.