Seven Arrested in Louvre $157M Jewel Heist Amid Ongoing Investigation

French authorities have arrested five additional suspects in the high-profile theft of priceless Napoleonic-era crown jewels from the Louvre Museum, bringing the total number in custody to seven. Among the newly detained is a primary suspect linked by DNA to the heist, which involved thieves using a stolen truck with a construction lift to break into the museum's Apollo Gallery and escape on high-speed scooters. Two previously arrested suspects have partially admitted involvement and face charges of organized theft and criminal conspiracy. Despite intensive investigations involving about 100 officers and extensive forensic analysis, the stolen jewels, valued at around $102 million, have yet to be recovered, with only one damaged tiara found. The museum's security flaws—such as outdated surveillance and blind spots—have been exposed, prompting tightened security measures and plans for a multi-million-dollar upgrade. Authorities warn that the jewels could be melted down or altered to obscure their origin, urging anyone with information or possession of the items to come forward.