The Paris prosecutor’s office confirmed on Wednesday that two suspects arrested in connection with the theft of France’s crown jewels from the Louvre Museum have admitted their involvement. Following their arrest on Saturday evening, the suspects were remanded in custody, where they were interrogated for a total of 96 hours.
The daring heist occurred during daylight hours in the renowned Apollo Gallery, capturing international attention. Thieves executed the operation in approximately seven minutes, managing to escape with jewels valued at tens of millions of euros. As of now, the stolen items remain missing and are not in the possession of authorities.
Details surrounding the incident have raised concerns about security at one of the world’s most visited museums. The swift execution of the theft has prompted discussions on improving protective measures for valuable artifacts. Security experts are now scrutinizing surveillance footage and assessing how the thieves managed to navigate the gallery so efficiently.
The two French nationals, whose identities have not been disclosed, are now facing serious legal consequences. Prosecutors are working to piece together the full scope of the operation, including whether the suspects acted alone or were part of a larger network.
The Louvre Museum has not issued a statement regarding the theft but is likely to increase security measures in the wake of this incident. As the investigation continues, authorities are urging anyone with information about the stolen jewels to come forward.
This story is still developing, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
