Two Arrested in Connection with Louvre Jewel Heist

French authorities have arrested two men in connection with the recent theft of crown jewels from Paris' Louvre Museum. One suspect was apprehended at Charles de Gaulle Airport while attempting to board a flight to Algeria, according to the Paris prosecutor's office. The second suspect was detained in the Seine-Saint-Denis suburb of Paris. Both individuals are in their thirties and were already known to police.

The theft occurred on October 19, 2025, when thieves used a mechanical lift to access the museum's Apollo Gallery. They broke a window, smashed display cases, and stole nine pieces of jewelry in less than four minutes. The stolen items include tiaras, necklaces, and brooches that once belonged to historical figures such as Queen Marie-Amélie, Queen Hortense, Empress Marie Louise, and Empress Eugénie.

Paris public prosecutor Laure Beccuau expressed concern over the premature disclosure of the arrests, stating that such revelations could hinder the ongoing investigation.

The Louvre Museum, which closed temporarily following the heist, has since reopened to the public.