Paris: The Louvre Museum reopened its doors to visitors on Wednesday morning, marking three days since a high-profile jewelry theft resulted in significant financial losses for the renowned cultural institution. Despite the reopening, the Apollo Gallery, the scene of Sunday’s theft, remains closed to the public.
According to Namibia Press Agency, jewelry stolen during the theft is estimated to be worth nearly 90 million euros, as stated by Paris Public Prosecutor Laure Beccuau on Tuesday. “The damage has been estimated by the Louvre curator at 88 million euros (about 102 million U.S. dollars), an extremely spectacular amount that has no equivalent and cannot be compared with the historical loss,” Beccuau mentioned in an interview with RTL radio.
The theft involved eight pieces of the French crown jewels, which were taken by four burglars who are still at large. In response, approximately 100 investigators have been assigned to the case, working diligently to apprehend the suspects and recover the priceless artifacts.
French President Emmanuel Macron has assured the public that all necessary measures are being taken to bring the thieves to justice. This effort is being coordinated under the guidance of the Paris prosecutor’s office, highlighting the national importance of swiftly resolving the theft and restoring the stolen treasures.