🔗 Share this article Louvre Museum Closed After Daring Robbery, French Official Confirms In a surprising occurrence, the prestigious Louvre Museum had to shut its doors after a brazen robbery that saw burglars get away with 9 high-value pieces of jewelry. Information Unfolding About the Robbery Although details remain scarce, sources suggest 3 hooded suspects broke into the gallery soon after it opened on Friday. The suspects are said to have employed a construction hoist that was used during in-progress refurbishment activities to access the renowned gallery room, found along the Seine River wing. Target: France's Historic Gems This elaborately decorated room houses what remains of the French monarchical treasures. In order to enter, the burglars smashed display cases before fleeing carrying these taken pieces. Getaway & Current Investigation Those responsible are believed to have fled on a scooter. Officials are actively calculating the estimated value of the stolen goods, while the museum remains closed to the public until further notice. The event has raised significant questions concerning protection at among the globe's most popular cultural sites.