Painter charged with art heist

The Australian: Painter charged with art heist:

"Nationally acclaimed Queensland artist Richard Dunlop, 44, was charged with stealing after police raided his suburban Brisbane home last Friday and took possession of several hundred oils, sketches, prints and etchings."

I don't know why, but I was really surprised to read this. I have always considered artists to be people of integrity who who value art, not steal it. I suppose he had an eye for excellent pieces. I have never thought of artists being charged with art theft because they are creators. Is this common? I have always thought artists above this sort of thing. Silly me.