Overview

• Three to four masked thieves struck around 9:30 a.m. local time, shattered display cases and fled on scooters in a raid the interior minister called a major burglary.
• Nine pieces from the collection linked to Napoleon and the imperial court were taken, with reports citing a necklace, a brooch and a tiara among the items.
• At least one jewel—the Empress Eugénie’s crown set with 1,354 diamonds and 56 emeralds—was recovered nearby with damage; some outlets report a second item was also found.
• Authorities have not released the full inventory of losses, and officials have not confirmed whether famed diamonds such as the Regent, Sancy or Hortensia are among the stolen pieces.
• The Paris prosecutor opened an organized-theft investigation as forensic teams process the scene; no injuries or arrests were reported and the museum remains closed for the day.