World-Famous Louvre Museum Shut Down After Audacious Heist, French Official States
Amid a shocking incident, the iconic Parisian museum had to shut its doors following an audacious robbery during which burglars escape with nine high-value artifacts.
Specifics Emerging Regarding the Incident
Although information is limited, authorities believe three masked men entered the museum shortly after it opened on Friday.
The thieves reportedly employed an outside lift being used during ongoing renovation activities to enter the historic Apollo Gallery, found on the banks of the Seine wing.
Focus: France's Crown Jewels
The ornate chamber contains the surviving pieces of France's crown jewels. In order to enter, the burglars broke glass panels before fleeing with these stolen artifacts.
Flight & Ongoing Investigation
The suspects reportedly fled via a motor-scooter. Law enforcement are now assessing the worth of the haul, as the museum stays shut for tourists indefinitely.
The robbery has prompted major issues concerning protection within a the planet's top museums.