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Spectacular Louvre burglary: investigation and political reactions
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Four burglars stole eight priceless jewels worth 88 million euros from the Louvre Museum on October 19, 2025. The crown of Empress Eugénie was found damaged, as the investigation involves dozens of officers. The theft draws political criticism against Culture Minister Rachida Dati.
Louvre burglary: two suspects indicted, jewels missing
Ten days after the spectacular burglary in the Louvre's Apollon gallery, two suspects have partially admitted the facts during their indictment for organized gang theft. The eight stolen jewels, valued at an estimated 88 million euros, remain untraceable despite an investigation involving a hundred investigators. Meanwhile, Paris's police prefect highlights infractions in the museum's surveillance cameras.
Two suspects arrested in Louvre burglary
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One week after the spectacular theft of eight French crown jewels from the Louvre Museum, two of the four perpetrators were arrested Saturday evening. One at Roissy airport en route to Algeria, the other in Seine-Saint-Denis, possibly heading to Mali. The jewels, valued at 88 million euros, remain unrecovered despite an investigation involving over 100 investigators.
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.
Spectacular burglary at the Louvre: eight jewels stolen in eight minutes
On Sunday, October 19, 2025, four thieves stole eight priceless jewels from the Louvre's Galerie d'Apollon in just eight minutes, using a cherry picker to break a window. The museum closed its doors the next day, reigniting debates on the security of French cultural institutions. Authorities are launching an administrative inquiry and strengthening heritage protection measures.