$102 million theft
Eight Suspects Now Arrested in $102 Million Louvre Museum Jewelry Heist Investigation
Nov 25, 2025 10:23 pm CST
French authorities have arrested four additional suspects in the investigation of the spectacular $102 million jewelry theft from the Louvre museum. The daylight heist, which took just seven minutes to execute, involved thieves who stole imperial treasures including an emerald-and-diamond necklace given by Napoleon I to Empress Marie-Louise. The stolen items, part of the French crown jewels collection, remain missing as authorities continue their investigation.
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 French authorities have acknowledged critical security gaps at the Louvre, including expired surveillance permits and outdated technology systems that won't be fully upgraded until 2029-2030.
Louvre Museum Transfers Precious Jewels to Bank of France Following $102 Million Heist
Oct 25, 2025 11:36 pm CST
Following a daring $102 million heist that exposed security vulnerabilities, the Louvre Museum has secretly transferred its most precious jewels from the Apollo gallery to the Bank of France's underground vault under police escort. The unprecedented security measure comes as France grapples with what many consider a national embarrassment after thieves broke into the world's most visited museum using a crane during opening hours.