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Two new suspects handed preliminary charges over Louvre jewels heist, prosecutor says

Two new suspects handed preliminary charges over Louvre jewels heist, prosecutor says

Summary

Two new suspects faced preliminary charges in connection with a jewel heist at the Louvre Museum in Paris. The stolen jewels, valued at about $102 million, have not been found. Authorities have charged several individuals in the case, but investigations are ongoing.

Key Facts

  • Two new suspects, a 37-year-old man and a 38-year-old woman, were charged in the Louvre jewel heist.
  • The 37-year-old man faced charges for theft by an organized gang, and the woman was accused of being an accomplice.
  • The stolen jewels include a diamond-and-emerald necklace from Napoleon and a pearl-and-diamond tiara, valued around $102 million.
  • Five people were initially arrested in connection to the heist, but not all were charged.
  • Authorities used DNA evidence to link some suspects to the crime scene.
  • The robbery took less than 8 minutes, with thieves using a freight lift and cutting tools to access jewels.
  • About 100 investigators are involved in the investigation, analyzing evidence and pursuing leads.
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