During a surprising incident, the renowned Louvre Museum had to shut its doors following a daring robbery where thieves escape with nine high-value pieces of jewelry.
Although details remain scarce, reports indicate three masked men entered the gallery soon after opening time this morning.
The perpetrators reportedly employed a construction elevator that was part of current refurbishment projects to infiltrate the historic exhibition hall, found along the banks of the Seine wing.
This ornate gallery contains what remains of France's crown jewels. In order to enter, the culprits smashed display cases before fleeing with these pilfered pieces.
The suspects reportedly fled via a scooter. Officials are now evaluating the worth of the stolen goods, while the Louvre remains closed for tourists for the time being.
The event has sparked significant questions about safety measures at one of the planet's most popular museums.
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Michelle Beard
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