"The thieves struck at about 9:30am (07:30 GMT) when the museum had already opened its doors to the public and entered the Galerie d'Apollon building, which is home to the French crown jewels, the Ministry of the Interior said in a statement on Sunday. list of 4 itemsend of list The investigation has begun, and a detailed list of the stolen items is being compiled. Beyond their market value, these items have priceless heritage and historical value, the statement said."
"Culture Minister Rachida Dati said the daring heist was over in four minutes, and that one of the stolen jewellery pieces was found near the museum. We came immediately, a couple of minutes after we received information of this robbery. To be completely honest, this operation lasted almost four minutes it was very quick. We have to say that these are professionals, she said."
Thieves entered the Galerie d'Apollon at about 09:30 and stole French crown jewels using a basket lift and a disc cutter to cut window panes. The robbery lasted roughly four minutes, with one jewellery piece later found near the museum and an escape by motorbikes. No injuries were reported among the public, staff, or law enforcement. Authorities confirmed the investigation has begun and are compiling a detailed list of stolen items, noting their priceless heritage and historical value. The Louvre closed for the day and police sealed off gates and nearby roads.
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