Jewels stolen from Louvre museum in Paris valued at $102m: Prosecutor
Summary
Jewels valued at $102 million were stolen from the Louvre Museum in a daylight robbery involving four masked thieves. The thieves used a crane to break into the museum and took jewels including items from the collection of Queen Marie-Amélie and Queen Hortense. French authorities are investigating, and criticism about the museum's security has increased.Key Facts
- The theft occurred during the day at the Louvre Museum in Paris.
- The stolen jewels are valued at $102 million, or 88 million euros.
- Items taken included a tiara and earrings from the early 19th century.
- Thieves used a crane to smash a window and escaped on motorcycles.
- The museum faced criticism for security delays and budget cuts.
- The Louvre was closed for police investigations after the theft.
- About 8.9 million people visited the Louvre in 2023.
- French media reported planned increases in entry fees for non-European visitors in 2026.
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