Louvre Museum Closed After Daring Theft, France's Minister States
Amid a unexpected incident, this iconic Parisian museum had to shut its doors after a daring robbery that saw thieves get away with 9 precious jewelry items.
Details Emerging Regarding the Robbery
Although details remain scarce, sources suggest three masked suspects gained entry the gallery soon after it opened on Friday.
The suspects are said to have utilized an outside lift being part of in-progress refurbishment work to infiltrate the famous exhibition hall, located along the banks of the Seine wing.
Focus: France's Historic Gems
The lavish room contains what remains of the nation's royal jewelry collection. In order to enter, the burglars broke windows and then making their getaway with these stolen artifacts.
Flight & Ongoing Inquiry
The suspects are believed to have fled on a two-wheeled vehicle. Authorities are actively calculating the estimated value of the stolen goods, as the institution is not open to the public until further notice.
This robbery has sparked major questions concerning safety measures within a the world's most popular art galleries.
