A gang of art thieves stole eight priceless pieces of jewelry from the Louvre in broad daylight, outdoing Hollywood heists.
âAmateurs â but respectable ones.â
This was no ordinary "smash-and-grab," but a cinematic crime that left Paris stunned. Journalists quickly drew comparisons to movies like Band of Outsiders, Lupin, and Ocean's 8.
The event sparked a flurry of social media activity, with hashtags and streaming recommendations emerging within hours of the crime.
Author's summary: Thieves steal from Louvre.