Louvre Museum Suffers $110M Jewel Heist in Major Art Theft

The October 2025 jewel heist at Paris' Louvre museum involved four thieves disguised as construction workers who stole several priceless pieces from the Apollo Gallery in broad daylight, escaping quickly on scooters. The heist has drawn comparisons to Hollywood films like Ocean's Eleven due to its audacity, timing, and execution, with some social media users speculating it could be a marketing stunt for the upcoming film Now You See Me 3. Despite the humor and conspiracy theories online, the robbery is a serious crime with a low chance of jewel recovery, as stolen jewels can be dismantled and sold individually on the black market. Interestingly, the thieves used a German-made freight lift to access the museum façade, leading to unexpected viral attention and a humorous marketing response from the lift's manufacturer. The boldness and methodical nature of the heist have captured public fascination, blending elements of real crime with cinematic flair. However, authorities continue investigating, and the Louvre remains closed as inquiries proceed.