‘Priceless’ jewels stolen from France’s Louvre Museum in four-minute heist
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Thieves wielding power tools have struck at the famed Louvre Museum in Paris, stealing priceless jewels in a brazen heist that took just four minutes, according to the government. The thieves struck after the museum had already opened its doors to the public, with a major investigation now underway.
Breakdown
- Priceless jewels were stolen from the Louvre Museum in a four-minute heist. 4s
- Thieves used a furniture elevator and power tools to access the Apollo Gallery. 22s
- The robbery occurred shortly after opening, near the Paris police headquarters. 31s
- The incident is part of a recent series of museum break-ins in France. 57s
- Authorities are investigating, and calls for increased museum security are growing. 1m 6s