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France: Video Shows Robbers Fleeing Louvre Using Vehicle-Mounted Ladder

The Louvre in Paris was evacuated and closed on Sunday, October 19, after thieves stole eight priceless pieces of historic jewelry from the Apollon Gallery, which houses the French Crown Jewels. One item was later recovered, and authorities are searching for four suspects. The video shows the robbers fleeing using a vehicle-mounted ladder.

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Robbery at the Louvre Museum - Paris

Members of the forensic police team collect evidence on a furniture elevator used by robbers to enter the Louvre Museum, on Quai Francois Mitterrand, in Paris on October 19, 2025. Robbers broke in to the Louvre and fled with jewellery on October 19, 2025 morning, a source close to the case said, adding that its value was still being evaluated. A police source said an unknown number of thieves arrived on a scooter armed with small chainsaws and used a goods lift to reach the room they were targeting.Photo by Jeremy Paoloni/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Robbery at the Louvre Museum - Paris

Members of the forensic police team collect evidence on a furniture elevator used by robbers to enter the Louvre Museum, on Quai Francois Mitterrand, in Paris on October 19, 2025. Robbers broke in to the Louvre and fled with jewellery on October 19, 2025 morning, a source close to the case said, adding that its value was still being evaluated. A police source said an unknown number of thieves arrived on a scooter armed with small chainsaws and used a goods lift to reach the room they were targeting.Photo by Jeremy Paoloni/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Robbery at the Louvre Museum - Paris

Members of the forensic police team collect evidence on a furniture elevator used by robbers to enter the Louvre Museum, on Quai Francois Mitterrand, in Paris on October 19, 2025. Robbers broke in to the Louvre and fled with jewellery on October 19, 2025 morning, a source close to the case said, adding that its value was still being evaluated. A police source said an unknown number of thieves arrived on a scooter armed with small chainsaws and used a goods lift to reach the room they were targeting.Photo by Jeremy Paoloni/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Robbery at the Louvre Museum - Paris

Members of the forensic police team collect evidence on a furniture elevator used by robbers to enter the Louvre Museum, on Quai Francois Mitterrand, in Paris on October 19, 2025. Robbers broke in to the Louvre and fled with jewellery on October 19, 2025 morning, a source close to the case said, adding that its value was still being evaluated. A police source said an unknown number of thieves arrived on a scooter armed with small chainsaws and used a goods lift to reach the room they were targeting.Photo by Jeremy Paoloni/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Robbery at the Louvre Museum - Paris

The police transport a furniture elevator used by robbers to enter the Louvre Museum, on Quai Francois Mitterrand, in Paris on October 19, 2025. Robbers broke in to the Louvre and fled with jewellery on October 19, 2025 morning, a source close to the case said, adding that its value was still being evaluated. A police source said an unknown number of thieves arrived on a scooter armed with small chainsaws and used a goods lift to reach the room they were targeting. Photo by Jeremy Paoloni/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Robbery at the Louvre Museum - Paris

Members of the forensic police team collect evidence on a furniture elevator used by robbers to enter the Louvre Museum, on Quai Francois Mitterrand, in Paris on October 19, 2025. Robbers broke in to the Louvre and fled with jewellery on October 19, 2025 morning, a source close to the case said, adding that its value was still being evaluated. A police source said an unknown number of thieves arrived on a scooter armed with small chainsaws and used a goods lift to reach the room they were targeting.Photo by Jeremy Paoloni/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Robbery at the Louvre Museum - Paris

Members of the forensic police team collect evidence on a furniture elevator used by robbers to enter the Louvre Museum, on Quai Francois Mitterrand, in Paris on October 19, 2025. Robbers broke in to the Louvre and fled with jewellery on October 19, 2025 morning, a source close to the case said, adding that its value was still being evaluated. A police source said an unknown number of thieves arrived on a scooter armed with small chainsaws and used a goods lift to reach the room they were targeting.Photo by Jeremy Paoloni/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Robbery at the Louvre Museum - Paris

This photograph shows a furniture elevator used by robbers to enter the Louvre Museum, on Quai Francois Mitterrand, in Paris on October 19, 2025. Robbers broke in to the Louvre and fled with jewellery on October 19, 2025 morning, a source close to the case said, adding that its value was still being evaluated. A police source said an unknown number of thieves arrived on a scooter armed with small chainsaws and used a goods lift to reach the room they were targeting. Photo by Jeremy Paoloni/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Robbery at the Louvre Museum - Paris

Members of the forensic police team collect evidence on a furniture elevator used by robbers to enter the Louvre Museum, on Quai Francois Mitterrand, in Paris on October 19, 2025. Robbers broke in to the Louvre and fled with jewellery on October 19, 2025 morning, a source close to the case said, adding that its value was still being evaluated. A police source said an unknown number of thieves arrived on a scooter armed with small chainsaws and used a goods lift to reach the room they were targeting.Photo by Jeremy Paoloni/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Robbery at the Louvre Museum - Paris

This photograph shows a furniture elevator used by robbers to enter the Louvre Museum, on Quai Francois Mitterrand, in Paris on October 19, 2025. Robbers broke in to the Louvre and fled with jewellery on October 19, 2025 morning, a source close to the case said, adding that its value was still being evaluated. A police source said an unknown number of thieves arrived on a scooter armed with small chainsaws and used a goods lift to reach the room they were targeting. Photo by Jeremy Paoloni/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Robbery at the Louvre Museum - Paris

Members of the forensic police team collect evidence on a furniture elevator used by robbers to enter the Louvre Museum, on Quai Francois Mitterrand, in Paris on October 19, 2025. Robbers broke in to the Louvre and fled with jewellery on October 19, 2025 morning, a source close to the case said, adding that its value was still being evaluated. A police source said an unknown number of thieves arrived on a scooter armed with small chainsaws and used a goods lift to reach the room they were targeting.Photo by Jeremy Paoloni/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Robbery at the Louvre Museum - Paris

This photograph shows a furniture elevator used by robbers to enter the Louvre Museum, on Quai Francois Mitterrand, in Paris on October 19, 2025. Robbers broke in to the Louvre and fled with jewellery on October 19, 2025 morning, a source close to the case said, adding that its value was still being evaluated. A police source said an unknown number of thieves arrived on a scooter armed with small chainsaws and used a goods lift to reach the room they were targeting. Photo by Jeremy Paoloni/ABACAPRESS.COM

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- Canottaggio - World Rowing Coastal Championships

Coastal Women's Double Sculls: Janneke Van Der Meulen, Karien Robbers (Holland) 2Â° classified during World Rowing Coastal Championships, Canoying race in Genova, Italy, September 08 2024

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- Canottaggio - World Rowing Coastal Championships

Coastal Women's Double Sculls: Janneke Van Der Meulen, Karien Robbers (Holland) 2Â° classified, Katharina Lobnig, Magdalena Lobnig ( Austria) 1Â° classified, Linn Van Aanholt, Claire De Kok (Holland) 3Â° classified during World Rowing Coastal Championships, Canoying race in Genova, Italy, September 08 2024

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

Interior of Harry Winston jewelry store with impact on the window, after the robbery. The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

Interior of Harry Winston jewelry store with impact on the window, after the robbery. The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

Interior of Harry Winston jewelry store with impact on the window, after the robbery. The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Jewelry Store On Avenue Montaigne Robbed By Armed Individuals - Paris

The Harry Winston jewelry store, located on avenue Montaigne, in the 8th district of Paris was targeted by an armed robbery this Saturday morning, on May 18, 2024, in Paris, France. A shot was fired outside the establishment and nine windows were broken; no injuries were reported. The criminals did not succeed in stealing anything from this store specializing in diamond jewelry. At least three robbers fled on two motorcycles. An investigation has been opened. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Int'l Museum Day: Iraq strives to retrieve looted antiquities

STORY: Int'l Museum Day: Iraq strives to retrieve looted antiquities SHOOTING TIME: May 17, 2024 DATELINE: May 18, 2024 LENGTH: 00:03:01 LOCATION: Baghdad CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the exhibition at the Iraq Museum in Baghdad, Iraq 2. various of people visiting the Iraq Museum in Baghdad, Iraq STORYLINE: As the world commemorates International Museum Day, Iraq is still struggling to retrieve thousands of looted antiquities despite the passing of 21 years of the U.S.-led invasion of the country. As an ancient civilization with a history of thousands of years, Iraq is rich in archeological resources. However, the U.S. invasion of Iraq in 2003 and the ensuing chaos and instability provided a rare opportunity for robbers and lawbreakers to plunder and smuggle Iraqi antiquities from museums and unprotected archeological sites. Years after the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq, antiquity trafficking remains a serious problem in Iraq, as chaos and weak management have left more than 10,000 archeological

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Robbery-murder scene in Ecuador

GUAYAQUIL, Ecuador - Photo taken Jan. 4, 2014, shows the scene where a Japanese couple were shot by robbers while on honeymoon in Guayaquil, the largest city in Ecuador, on Dec. 28, 2013. The 28-year-old husband died and 27-year-old wife suffered serious injuries.