Two Suspects Give Partial Confessions in Louvre Crown‑Jewel Heist as Search Continues

Overview

• Paris prosecutor Laure Beccuau said the men, both in their 30s, admitted partial involvement and will face charges for organized robbery, with a possible count of criminal association.
• One suspect was arrested at Charles de Gaulle Airport preparing to fly to Algeria without a return ticket, while the other was detained near his home in Aubervilliers and has prior robbery convictions.
• Investigators say at least four people took part in the October 19 theft, entering via a crane on the Seine‑facing façade, smashing cases in the Galerie d’Apollon, and fleeing on motorcycles.
• Authorities say nine pieces were stolen and one was later found damaged near the museum, with the missing jewels reported as effectively unsellable under French law.
• Reports list the haul’s estimated value at more than €88 million, and note the Regent diamond, valued around $60 million, was not taken as the Louvre and other sites operate with reinforced security.