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Louvre Crown Jewels Relocated After €88M Daylight Heist
10/26/2025
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- The Louvre moved its crown jewels to the Bank of France's secure vault after a daylight heist on October 19, valued at about €88 million.
- Thieves broke in with power tools and a mechanical ladder, targeting the Apollo Gallery shortly after the museum opened; two suspects have been arrested.
- Security protocols faced criticism for failing amid crowding and ongoing renovations, and the Louvre plans to enhance security with new technology.
