On Thursday, the investigation into the Louvre crown-jewels heist saw five more individuals seized, including a suspect linked by DNA, which expanded the scope of the search across Paris and its suburbs. Authorities have now apprehended three of the four alleged members of the “commando” team, with one detainee suspected of being part of the group that committed the crime. The recent arrests have not led to the recovery of the stolen treasures, valued at approximately $102 million. Police have acknowledged significant security flaws at the museum.
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On Sunday morning, thieves executed a highly organized robbery at the Louvre Museum, specifically targeting the Apollon gallery known for housing the French crown jewels. Using an angle grinder and power tools, the thieves breached the museum, managing to steal several “priceless” pieces of jewelry in just seven minutes. One crown belonging to Empress Eugénie was recovered nearby, but an estimated nine pieces were taken. Authorities are investigating, with the French interior minister highlighting the historical value of the stolen items.
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The Louvre Museum in Paris has been closed due to a robbery that occurred on Sunday morning during opening hours. France’s culture minister confirmed the incident, stating that authorities are investigating the scene. While the museum cited “exceptional reasons” for the closure, reports suggest the theft involved jewelry. According to French media, three masked individuals accessed the Apollo Gallery, where the remains of France’s crown jewels are housed, via a freight lift.
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