All articles tagged with #jewel theft
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Euronews.com
The 137-carat Florentine diamond, once believed lost after the Habsburg family hid it in a Canadian bank vault during WWII, has been rediscovered after a century, ending longstanding speculation about its fate and highlighting its historical significance.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by abcnews.go.com
A $102 million jewel heist at the Louvre was facilitated by a security system password as simple as 'Louvre,' raising concerns about security lapses. Despite claims that the system worked properly, the theft exposed vulnerabilities, including inadequate perimeter security and limited camera coverage. Four suspects, including a taxi driver and a garbage collector, have been charged, but the stolen jewels remain missing as investigations continue.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by PCWorld
The Louvre's security system was compromised partly due to a weak password ('Louvre'), contributing to a swift theft of valuable jewels. Despite security flaws and outdated systems, no evidence suggests the video surveillance was hacked, and arrests have been made. The stolen jewels remain missing, highlighting ongoing security concerns at the museum.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NBC News
The recent $102 million jewel theft from the Louvre was carried out by small-time criminals from northern Paris suburbs, not organized crime professionals, with several suspects under arrest and the stolen jewels still missing.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Axios
French police arrested suspects connected to the recent Louvre jewel heist, where thieves stole priceless jewelry worth over 88 million euros using quick and daring methods, including scooters and power tools, and escaped within minutes. The investigation continues as authorities seek to recover the stolen items and apprehend all involved.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CNN
Police in Paris have arrested suspects linked to a recent theft of French Crown Jewels from the Louvre's Apollo Gallery, with one suspect attempting to flee to Algeria; the theft involved breaking into high-security cases and stealing nine items, and the investigation is ongoing.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by BBC
Two suspects have been arrested for stealing priceless crown jewels from the Louvre museum in Paris during a daylight break-in, highlighting security lapses and prompting increased security measures at cultural sites in France.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by AP News
Thieves stole €88 million worth of crown jewels from the Louvre in less than eight minutes using a false pretext to access the museum, with the incident occurring early on October 10 and ongoing investigations involving around 100 investigators and forensic analysis.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by BBC
The Louvre failed to detect a gang of thieves who stole €88m worth of crown jewels due to outdated security measures, with the museum's director admitting weaknesses in perimeter security and CCTV coverage. The thieves used a truck and mechanical ladder to break in, and efforts are underway to improve security infrastructure, though challenges remain due to the museum's aging building.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
The Louvre Museum's director is set to testify before French lawmakers following a major theft of priceless jewelry, including pieces from royal collections, with authorities suspecting organized crime and possibly an inside job. The museum is enhancing security measures amid ongoing investigations, which have revealed gaps in surveillance coverage and delays in security upgrades. The theft has prompted a nationwide manhunt and political scrutiny, with the museum remaining closed as efforts continue to recover the stolen items.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox News
Five men belonging to a notorious crime family network were convicted for stealing 18th-century jewels worth over $100 million from the Green Vault Museum in Dresden, Germany in 2019. The men will serve between four and six years, with one other culprit acquitted. The stolen jewels included a diamond-encrusted sword, a bow, a breast star, and an ornate headdress. The collection was assembled by Augustus the Strong, Elector of Saxony, who commissioned many bejeweled pieces as part of a rivalry with French King Louis XIV.