Heists Are Back…
- Blair Bayliss
- Oct 20
- 1 min read
The Louvre Is Robbed of Several “Priceless” Crown Jewels
On Sunday Oct. 19, The Louvre, located in Paris, France, was robbed in a seven minute raid. According to authorities, the four perpetrators appeared professionally equipped for such raids, using angle grinders to open windows and disguises of construction attire.
Around 9:30 a.m. local time, during regular visiting hours, the suspects used a truck-mounted lift to reach a second-floor window. They climbed into the gallery, smashed display cases and fled on motorbikes. The operation lasted a total of five to seven minutes.
The target of the heist was the Galerie d’Appolon, the wing of the museum housing historic French crown jewels. Among the items stolen were tiaras, necklaces, earrings and brooches from the 19th century belonging to figures such as Queen Marie-Amélie, Empress Marie-Louise and Empress Eugénie. One crown belonging to Empress Eugéne was later found damaged outside the museum.
No injuries were reported, but the theft has ignited widespread concern over Louvre security. The French government and museum officials have promised to recover the stolen items and hold the perpetrators accountable.
The Louvre was closed for the rest of the day following the incident to allow a full forensic investigation.
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