Suspects Arrested in Louvre Jewel Heist: $102 Million Stolen

UPDATE: Suspects have been arrested in the shocking jewel heist at the Louvre Museum, according to the Paris prosecutor. This urgent development comes just one week after thieves stole crown jewels valued at €88 million ($102 million), leaving the world in disbelief.

The arrests took place on Saturday evening, October 28, 2025, with reports confirming that one suspect was attempting to flee from Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris. While the Paris prosecutor, Laure Beccuau, did not confirm the exact number of arrests, earlier reports from French media outlets, including BFM TV and Le Parisien, indicated at least two suspects are now in custody. However, it remains unclear whether any of the stolen jewels have been recovered.

In a brazen operation that took less than eight minutes, thieves invaded the Louvre on October 19, 2025, making off with a total of eight priceless artifacts, including a sapphire diadem and a diamond-encrusted crown belonging to Empress Eugénie. Officials have described the incident as a “terrible failure,” with the museum’s director acknowledging the immense cultural loss.

The Louvre has since reopened its doors, but the theft has left a deep cultural wound that some have likened to the devastating fire at Notre Dame Cathedral in 2019. Beccuau stressed the importance of the ongoing investigation, noting that over 100 specialized investigators are mobilized to recover the stolen jewels and apprehend all those involved. She voiced concern about the premature leaks of information that could compromise the investigation’s integrity.

French Interior Minister Laurent Nunez praised the hard work and dedication of the investigative team. “They have my full confidence,” he stated, emphasizing the tireless efforts of law enforcement in the wake of this high-profile crime.

Visitors to the Louvre expressed relief following the arrest of the suspects. One Louvre visitor, Freddy Jacquemet, remarked, “It’s important for our heritage. A week later, it does feel a bit late, but it was important that the guys were caught.” Another, Diana Ramirez, highlighted the pressing concern over the recovery of the stolen items, stating, “That’s what really matters.”

As the investigation continues, authorities are expected to release further details once the suspects’ custody period concludes. The world is watching closely, eager to see if the invaluable artifacts can be recovered and justice served for one of the most audacious museum heists in history.

Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.