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During a surprising event, this renowned art institution had to shut its doors following a daring theft that saw culprits escape with nine valuable artifacts.

Information Unfolding About the Heist

Although information is limited, authorities believe 3 hooded individuals entered the institution just after it opened this morning.

The thieves are said to have utilized a construction lift being used during in-progress restoration projects to enter the historic Apollo Gallery, located facing the River Seine side.

Objective: The French Crown Jewels

This elaborately decorated gallery contains the surviving pieces of the nation's crown jewels. To break in, the thieves broke windows and then fleeing carrying the pilfered pieces.

Flight and Ongoing Inquiry

The individuals allegedly got away on a scooter. Authorities are actively evaluating the estimated value of the haul, while the institution remains not open for visitors until further notice.

The incident has raised significant issues about protection within one of the planet's most popular cultural sites.