Louvre Art Museum Shut Down Following Audacious Theft, French Official States
During a surprising event, this iconic Louvre Museum had to shut its doors after an audacious heist where burglars get away with 9 valuable artifacts.
Information Unfolding About the Heist
While information is limited, sources suggest 3 masked men entered the gallery just after it opened this morning.
The suspects allegedly used an external hoist being used during current refurbishment projects to access the renowned exhibition hall, found on the banks of the Seine area.
Objective: The French Historic Gems
This lavish gallery contains what remains of France's monarchical treasures. To gain entry, the thieves broke display cases and then escaping carrying these taken artifacts.
Escape and Ongoing Probe
Those responsible allegedly got away on a two-wheeled vehicle. Law enforcement are actively calculating the estimated value of the haul, while the Louvre remains shut to the public for the time being.
The event has prompted major questions about safety measures at among the world's top museums.
