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Cédric Grolet’s New Paris Chocolaterie Burgled, Safe With Holiday Takings Stolen

Prosecutors now estimate the haul at about €20,000.

Overview

  • Intruders gained access through a side entrance off Avenue de l’Opéra, defeating a high-security lock with a drill.
  • The burglars headed directly to the basement and removed a safe containing cash receipts accumulated since December 23.
  • A store bank card was also taken, and police noted two envelopes with €600 were missing.
  • The Paris prosecutor’s office has opened a probe for break-in theft and assigned it to the Paris Centre police station.
  • The boutique, which opened on October 18, had strong holiday trade; no arrests or suspects have been announced.