A tourist’s 2024 close-up video has gone viral after capturing the now-stolen Louvre Museum jewels hours before the audacious heist! 🚨 The footage shows Empress Eugénie’s Imperial Crown and other treasures glittering under glass – blissfully unaware they’d soon vanish in a real-life Ocean’s Eleven moment.
🔍 The theft occurred at 9:30 a.m. on October 19, forcing the Paris landmark to shut down. Stolen items include:
- Empress Eugénie’s diamond tiara 💍
- A sapphire crown worn by Queen Marie-Amélie 👑
- Rare reliquary brooches 💠
French Interior Minister Laurent Nunez confirmed four suspects remain at large, with Interpol joining the hunt. Meanwhile, netizens are roasting the museum’s security: “How’d they walk out with QUEENS’ CROWNS?!” 😱
This isn’t just about bling – it’s a wake-up call for cultural protection. As one art student tweeted: “History belongs to everyone. Bring our bling back!” ✊🌍
Reference(s):
cgtn.com