Louvre Enhances Security with Bars on Window After Jewel Theft

In a response to a daring jewel theft at the Louvre Museum in Paris, workers have reinforced a window with metal bars. This particular window was exploited last October by a group of thieves posing as maintenance personnel, who used a basket lift to gain entry.

During their heist, the thieves invaded the renowned Apollo Gallery, where they shattered display cases to make off with valuable items. Despite apprehending all four suspects, the only item recovered was a crown left behind during their escape.

Addressing Security Vulnerabilities

This incident highlighted significant security gaps at the museum, which is the most-visited in the world. As reported by Radio France, a security review uncovered that 35% of the rooms in the Denon Wing, the location of the theft, lacked surveillance camera coverage. The stolen jewels also lacked private insurance.

To address these issues, the museum's director promised additional security implementations. By early December, the museum will launch new anti-intrusion technologies, and more than 100 new surveillance cameras are slated for installation by the year 2026.

Quiet Security Operation

While the Louvre refrained from making a public statement on the security work carried out, Samuel Lasnel from the Grima-Nacelles lift company disclosed that his team initiated the important task at dawn. Lasnel mentioned their familiarity with working both inside and outside the museum, including its iconic pyramid.