The Louvre heist was carried out by amateurs, not professionals, with suspects being local residents of Paris' northern suburbs. The theft involved quick entry and exit, dropping the most valuable jewel, and leaving behind tools and a glove, indicating amateurish behavior. Four suspects have been charged, with one still at large, and the stolen jewels are valued at up to $102 million.
The recent $102 million Louvre jewel heist 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.
Two suspects have been charged in connection with the October 19 Louvre Museum jewel heist, but the stolen crown jewels, valued at around $102 million, remain missing ten days after the crime. Authorities believe the suspects, possibly part of a larger gang, may have already broken down the jewels, making recovery unlikely, and continue to search for the stolen treasures.
Two suspects involved in the Louvre's crown jewels heist have admitted their involvement and are in custody, but the stolen jewels remain missing. The theft, which occurred during a daylight raid, involved nine valuable items worth approximately 88 million euros. Authorities have identified and detained two men, with ongoing efforts to locate the remaining suspects and stolen items.
The Louvre director acknowledged security failures and outdated infrastructure after a daylight heist stole valuable jewels, with promises to improve security measures amid ongoing investigations into the criminal organization responsible.
Thieves used a basket lift to break into the Louvre, stealing priceless jewels from the Galerie d’Apollon, including pieces from Napoleon's collection, in a swift seven-minute operation, prompting a museum closure and ongoing investigation.