France Makes Arrests in Brazen Louvre Jewel Heist
French police have made arrests in connection with the Louvre Museum burglary, with one suspect apprehended while trying to leave the country, according to Paris prosecutor Laure Beccuau.
The arrests mark the first major development in the investigation into the high-profile heist, which saw French crown jewels worth €88 million stolen.
"I can confirm that investigators from the BRB (Brigade de Répression du Banditisme) made arrests Saturday evening,"
Beccuau said in a statement, adding that one of the men arrested was preparing to leave the country from Roissy airport.
Author's summary: Arrests made in Louvre jewel heist investigation.