
In less than four minutes, a skilled criminal group managed to force its way into the Louvre Museum and steal jewels of extraordinary value, raising questions about the security measures of the world's most famous museum. The attack was swift, clean, and perfectly planned, indicating that these were not random robbers, but people with professional organization and military discipline.
Swiss art expert Andrea Rasser told the newspaper Blick that “such an operation cannot be the work of amateurs.” As he explains, authorities are considering two possible profiles: either former members of the special forces who have knowledge of precision operations, or people with ties to organized crime circles who have the necessary connections and resources for such a thing.
The investigations are focused on two main scenarios. The first involves a robbery with a purely financial motive, the jewelry could be dismantled, the precious metals melted down and the gemstones sold separately, perhaps to a buyer who has already made a deal.
The second scenario suggests a commission from a collector, someone who wants to own these objects exclusively for private viewing. If this is the case, the loot could remain missing for years, only coming to light after the collector's death.
Raser emphasizes that “the human factor is always decisive.” A mistake, a betrayal, or a lack of attention could betray the robbers, while the fact that entry was made through a construction site indicates the possible existence of accomplices in or around the museum.
At the same time, experts emphasize that there is no such thing as a completely secure museum. "One cannot demand 100% security without sacrificing free access for the public," says the Swiss analyst, recalling that museums must balance the protection of exhibits with the visitor experience.
Police are working to uncover the network of criminals involved in the highly professional raid. A team of 60 investigators is working on the theory that the raid was planned and carried out by an organized crime group.
Masked thieves stole nine 19th-century jewels, one of which, Empress Eugenie's crown, they threw and destroyed as they tried to flee.
It is covered with 1354 diamonds and 56 emeralds.
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