"The Lourve, one of the most famous museums in the world, was robbed on Oct. 19. The theft occurred shortly after the museum opened its doors for the day, with thieves smashing two display cases and taking the items in broad daylight. Eight objects were taken: Empress Eugénie's diadem and large corsage-bow brooch, a matching set of emerald earrings and necklace associated with Empress Marie-Louise, and a sapphire necklace, diadem, and single earring linked to the queens Marie-Amélie and Hortense."
"Interior Minister Laurent Nunez described the incident as a "major robbery." Nunez noted that the museum's security had been improved in recent years with plans to expand protective measures, including perimeter detection, new-generation cameras, and a new security control room. However, some are saying these measures have come far too late, as the museum has reportedly struggled with understaffing and overcrowding , making the jobs of security guards increasingly challenging."
The Louvre was robbed on Oct. 19 shortly after opening when thieves smashed two display cases and stole eight historic jewels: Empress Eugénie's diadem and corsage-bow brooch; a matching set of emerald earrings and necklace linked to Empress Marie-Louise; and a sapphire necklace, diadem, and single earring associated with queens Marie-Amélie and Hortense. Alarms alerted security, who arrived quickly, but the thieves fled and the theft succeeded. AP News reports the thieves used a lift on the Seine side and forced a window, raising concerns about large machinery approaching unchecked. Interior Minister Laurent Nunez called it a "major robbery" and cited planned security upgrades amid staffing and crowding challenges. The stolen jewels represent a cultural loss beyond monetary value.
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