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French authorities have charged five individuals in connection with the audacious daytime robbery of 19th-century crown jewels from the Louvre Museum in Paris. The theft, which occurred on October 25, 2025, saw priceless artifacts spirited away from one of the world's most famous cultural institutions, raising questions about its security protocols.
The heist took place shortly after the museum opened, when a group of thieves entered the Apollo Gallery and used hammers to smash through a reinforced glass case. They escaped with a set of jewels that once belonged to Empress Eugenie, the wife of Napoleon III. The stolen items, including a diadem and necklace, have an estimated value between €10 million and €15 million, according to reports from French officials.
Following a swift investigation, Paris Prosecutor Laure Beccuau announced that four men and one woman, aged between 26 and 48, have been arrested and placed under judicial supervision for aggravated theft. In a statement that surprised many, Beccuau characterized the suspects not as a sophisticated international crime syndicate but as a group of "petty criminals." Most of the individuals involved in the Louvre robbery reportedly had prior convictions for minor offenses like theft and violence.
Despite the arrests, the priceless jewels remain missing, and the search for them is ongoing. The profile of the suspects has added a complex layer to the investigation, with some reports identifying one of the men as a former motorbike champion from a disadvantaged neighborhood. This detail contrasts with the official description of the group as unsophisticated opportunists. The case highlights a significant security breach at the Louvre, as the dramatic jewel heist was carried out in broad daylight, leaving authorities to piece together how the plot was executed and, most importantly, to recover the stolen national treasures. Investigators continue to probe the network behind the suspects, delving into the backgrounds of the alleged 'commando' team to trace the path of the missing jewels.
