Stealing France's Crown Jewels: Thieves' Loot Could Be Melting Down in Days
A gang of thieves who robbed the Louvre Museum in Paris made a targeted heist and stole some of France's most famous crown jewels, which could be melted down to avoid detection. The stolen jewels' value is estimated to be worth millions, according to an expert.
A gang of thieves targeted a heist at the Louvre Museum on Sunday, making off with some of France's most famous crown jewels. The thieves' motives are unclear, but experts speculate they may melt down their loot due to its monetary value. An ex-FBI art crime expert described the brazen heist as 'targeted' and implied that the stolen items could fetch a significant price on the black market. The full extent of the damage is still unknown, with many priceless artifacts potentially at risk.
