Jewellery stolen from Louvre worth £76 million, prosecutors say

A heist at the Louvre in Paris saw jewellery worth £76 million stolen, raising concerns about security at one of the worlds most famous museums.

On Sunday, a heist at the Louvre resulted in the theft of jewellery including an emerald necklace, a sapphire necklace, and two crowns, valued at 88 million euros.
The stolen items, which include two brooches and a single earring, are part of the crown jewels collection that underscores the cultural heritage of France.
French prosecutors have confirmed that the thieves remain at large, prompting a significant investigation into the daylight theft from the iconic Louvre museum.

Why It Matters

This robbery not only highlights vulnerabilities in the security of high-profile cultural institutions like the Louvre but also raises alarms about the trafficking of valuable jewellery on the black market.