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Robbery at the Louvre: theft of eight priceless jewels Sunday morning
Jean Martin Larawang ginawa ng AI
Four thieves stole eight royal and imperial jewels of inestimable patrimonial value from the Galerie d'Apollon at the Louvre Museum on Sunday, October 19, around 9:30 a.m. The operation, carried out in seven minutes using a lift and an angle grinder, led to the immediate closure of the museum. Authorities have opened an investigation and vow to recover the items and perpetrators.
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Louvre jewels transferred to Bank of France after burglary
Five days after the spectacular burglary in the Louvre's Galerie d’Apollon, a portion of the non-stolen jewels was transferred under police escort to the Bank of France. This secure operation aims to protect the precious items while awaiting an evaluation of the museum's security system. Paris prosecutor assures thieves will not fetch the estimated value of the loot.