PARIS: Panic gripped the world-famous Louvre Museum in Paris earlier today, Sunday, after an alleged robbery was reported, leading to an immediate and full evacuation of the premises and subsequent closure for the day.
France’s Culture Minister Rachida Dati said a theft took place at the Louvre in Paris, which also hosts the famous painting, Mona Lisa, by Leonardo da Vinci. The robbers allegedly fled the museum with jewellery, reported a source. The Louvre was closed for the day following the incident.
Authorities have not yet revealed what items, if any, were stolen from the museum, which houses some of the world’s most valuable and famous artworks, including Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa and the Ancient Greek statue Venus de Milo.
The museum, which sits on the banks of the Seine River in the heart of Paris, attracts approximately 9 million visitors each year, making it the world’s most visited museum.
Details regarding the nature of the robbery—specifically what was targeted or if the suspect was apprehended—have not yet been revealed by the police or museum officials. The focus remains on a comprehensive investigation to secure the premises and determine the extent of the attempted theft.
The Louvre, which typically welcomes tens of thousands of visitors daily, will remain closed for the remainder of the day as security protocols are reviewed and police forensic teams continue their work. The incident marks a severe security breach at one of the world’s most guarded cultural landmarks, raising immediate questions about the protection of its priceless collections. Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
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