Two Suspects Admit Involvement In Historic $102 Million Louvre Jewelry Heist: Security Gaps Exposed

Oct 30, 2025 12:32 pm CST

Two suspects have admitted participation in the shocking $102 million Louvre jewelry heist that took place on October 19. The thieves stole eight pieces of French crown jewels in under eight minutes, exposing significant security vulnerabilities at the world's most visited museum. While two suspects have been charged, two accomplices remain at large and the jewels have not been recovered. French authorities have acknowledged critical security gaps at the Louvre, including expired surveillance permits and outdated technology systems that won't be fully upgraded until 2029-2030.