The Louvre Museum in Paris, the world’s most-visited cultural landmark, was evacuated and closed on Sunday following a reported robbery. France’s Culture Minister Rachida Dati confirmed that the theft occurred early in the morning as the museum was opening for visitors. She assured the public that no injuries were reported and said she was present at the scene with law enforcement teams as investigations began.
According to sources, the thieves used compact chainsaws and accessed the museum via a freight elevator before fleeing with several valuable pieces of jewelry. The exact value of the stolen items is yet to be determined. The targeted collection includes precious artifacts housed within the renowned Galerie d’Apollon.
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The museum announced its closure “for exceptional reasons” as police and security personnel secured the premises. The Louvre, home to over 33,000 artworks including the iconic Mona Lisa, attracts nearly 30,000 visitors daily, making this security breach particularly alarming.
Officials are currently investigating the incident thoroughly, and further updates are expected as the investigation proceeds. In the meantime, the museum remains shut to safeguard its priceless collections and ensure visitor safety.
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