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The Louvre theft highlights security vulnerabilities and introduces the 'art gallery problem,' a mathematical challenge from 50 years ago that determines the minimum number of cameras needed to monitor a space, with solutions depending on the shape and corners of the area.
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.
George Clooney expressed admiration for the Louvre thieves, joking that they did a 'cool' job and suggesting a potential plot for the next Ocean's film, while the actual robbery of the French Crown Jewels remains under investigation.
German family-run business Böcker humorously capitalized on its mechanical lift's role in the Louvre jewel heist, turning the incident into a marketing opportunity after thieves used one of its lifts to steal €88 million worth of jewels, with online reactions praising the company's cheeky response.
Thieves stole priceless jewelry from the Louvre, including a tiara and sapphire necklace, valued at around $102 million, but experts believe selling the pieces intact or unaltered will be difficult due to their unique properties and the high likelihood of detection, making the black market sale highly risky and unprofitable.
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.