French authorities have detained two suspects linked to the robbery of the crown jewels from the Louvre Museum in Paris. The arrests were confirmed by Paris Prosecutor Laure Beccuau on Sunday.
Details of the Louvre Jewel Heist
The first suspect was apprehended on Saturday evening while attempting to leave France from Charles de Gaulle Airport. This incident follows a highly publicized heist that took place early last Sunday. During this bold daytime robbery, four thieves infiltrated the museum using a furniture-lift truck.
Robbery Execution
The robbers executed their plan by cutting through a window at the Galerie d’Apollon. Inside, they threatened the guards and shattered two display cases before fleeing on scooters. The quick response by the police was not enough to catch them at the scene.
- Number of stolen pieces: 8
- Estimated value of stolen jewels: 88 million euros ($102 million)
- Robbery location: Galerie d’Apollon, Louvre Museum
- Robbery date: Last Sunday
Investigation Progress
Authorities are continuing to seek out all individuals involved in this elaborate crime. Beccuau indicated that the investigation is ongoing, and more information will be released once the suspects’ custody period concludes. She emphasized the importance of not disclosing sensitive details that might jeopardize the investigation.
Concerns Over Stolen Artefacts
Investigators express concerns that the thieves might attempt to dismantle the jewels to sell them, potentially destroying their historical significance. Beccuau warned, “The wrongdoers who took these gems won’t earn 88 million euros if they had the very bad idea of disassembling these jewels.”
Officials remain hopeful that the stolen crown jewels will be recovered intact, affirming their cultural and emotional importance to the people of France.
