Paris Louvre Museum Closed In the Wake of Audacious Theft, French Official Confirms
In a unexpected incident, the renowned Parisian museum was forced to close following an audacious heist that saw culprits get away with 9 valuable pieces of jewelry.
Information Coming to Light About the Heist
While information is limited, sources suggest a trio of masked suspects entered the institution just after the start of business this morning.
The suspects reportedly employed a construction elevator that was part of ongoing renovation work to infiltrate the renowned Apollo Gallery, located along the banks of the Seine wing.
Target: France's Royal Treasures
The lavish gallery houses what remains of the nation's monarchical treasures. To break in, the burglars shattered glass panels and then escaping with the stolen pieces.
Flight and Current Probe
The suspects are believed to have fled using a motor-scooter. Authorities are currently calculating the worth of the haul, as the museum is shut to the public indefinitely.
This robbery has prompted serious concerns about protection at one of the planet's most visited art galleries.
