Louvre Museum Shut Down In the Wake of Audacious Theft, France's Official States
Amid a surprising occurrence, this renowned Parisian museum was forced to close after a daring robbery that saw thieves make off with nine high-value pieces of jewelry.
Details Emerging Regarding the Incident
While details remain scarce, sources suggest three hooded suspects entered the institution soon after it opened today.
The thieves are said to have used an external lift that was used during ongoing refurbishment projects to access the famous gallery room, found along the River Seine side.
Target: France's Crown Jewels
This elaborately decorated room is home to the surviving pieces of France's crown jewels. To break in, the thieves broke glass panels before fleeing carrying these taken pieces.
Escape & Current Inquiry
Those responsible reportedly fled via a two-wheeled vehicle. Authorities are currently calculating the total value of the loot, while the institution remains not open to the public indefinitely.
The incident has raised major issues about security at among the planet's most visited museums.
