JOURNAL ARTICLE

A 7-Minute Louvre Heist With an Elevator and a Dropped Crown.

  • Published In: Bloomberg.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Sebag, Gaspard 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on a brazen robbery at the Louvre museum in Paris, where armed thieves used disc grinders to steal valuable royal jewelry in just seven minutes. The stolen items included a tiara, necklaces, and earrings from notable historical figures, while a significant diamond was left behind. French authorities, including Interior Minister Laurent Nunez and Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin, expressed concern over the security breach, with investigations underway involving DNA evidence and CCTV footage. The museum's security protocols were reportedly followed, and the investigation aims to recover the stolen items and apprehend the perpetrators. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Bloomberg.com. 2025/10, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Visual Arts
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:188780707
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