Expanding Investigation into Louvre Jewel Heist as More Suspects Charged
The investigation into the shocking jewel heist at the Louvre Museum continues to unfold, with authorities charging two additional suspects and releasing three others from custody. Paris prosecutors assert that the crime was perpetrated by petty criminals rather than organized professionals, although the details surrounding the suspects remain complex. Some of them have prior convictions linked to theft, raising questions about their backgrounds. Notably, the suspects reportedly attempted to negotiate the sale of the stolen crown jewels on the Darknet, indicating a brazen approach to the theft. As the saga continues, national outrage grows over museum security, highlighting vulnerabilities that may have allowed such a significant art crime to occur. Police are still searching for remaining thieves, while the investigation reveals a dramatic account of a heist that has captured public attention.
ABC News, The Guardian, AP News, Reuters, NPR, BBC, CBS News, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, USA Today