Louvre Heist: Thieves Bit Off More Than They Can Chew, Says Analyst | Paris Museum Robbery | APT

Описание: Thieves who broke into the Louvre Museum on October 19 and stole priceless French crown jewels may have sealed their fate, experts warn.

The robbers used a crane to smash an upper window and fled on motorbikes with historic jewelry housed in the Apollo Gallery — home to some of France's most treasured royal artifacts.

Auction house president Alexandre Giquello says the pieces are "completely unsellable" due to their fame and historical importance. Comparing the theft to the infamous 1911 Mona Lisa heist, Giquello said even disassembling the items would expose all involved to harsh penalties.

Authorities confirmed the Crown of Empress Eugénie was dropped during the escape — a single item estimated to be worth tens of millions of euros.

"This isn’t just theft — it’s a direct attack on French and global heritage," Giquello said.

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