🔗 Share this article Louvre Museum Closed Following Bold Heist, France's Minister Announces In a unexpected incident, the renowned Parisian museum had to shut its doors after a brazen heist during which culprits get away with multiple precious pieces of jewelry. Details Coming to Light Regarding the Incident While information is limited, authorities believe a trio of masked men entered the institution soon after the start of business on Friday. The perpetrators reportedly utilized a construction lift that was part of current refurbishment work to infiltrate the renowned exhibition hall, located along the River Seine area. Target: France's Crown Jewels The lavish gallery contains what remains of France's crown jewels. To break in, the culprits shattered display cases and then escaping with these taken artifacts. Getaway and Ongoing Inquiry Those responsible reportedly fled on a motor-scooter. Law enforcement are now calculating the total value of the stolen goods, as the Louvre stays shut for visitors indefinitely. This incident has raised significant questions about security at a the planet's top cultural sites.