World-Famous Louvre Art Museum Closed Following Audacious Robbery, France's Official Confirms
In a shocking event, this iconic Parisian museum had to shut its doors following a brazen heist during which burglars make off with nine high-value artifacts.
Information Coming to Light Concerning the Heist
Although information is limited, reports indicate 3 masked individuals broke into the gallery soon after it opened on Friday.
The thieves are said to have used a construction elevator being used during in-progress renovation projects to access the renowned gallery room, located along the banks of the Seine area.
Target: France's Royal Treasures
The ornate room houses the surviving pieces of the nation's crown jewels. To gain entry, the burglars smashed windows and then fleeing with the pilfered artifacts.
Getaway & Ongoing Investigation
The suspects are believed to have got away on a motor-scooter. Officials are now assessing the total value of the stolen goods, while the institution remains not open for tourists for the time being.
This incident has raised major questions regarding safety measures at one of the planet's most visited cultural sites.