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Four additional individuals are now under arrest within the framework of the active inquiry into the recent robbery of valuable jewellery at the Paris Louvre, as stated by the French judicial authorities.

Particulars of the Most Recent Apprehensions

Two men, aged 38 and 39, and two women, aged 31 and 40, faced apprehension earlier this week. They all reside in the Paris region.

One of those detained is considered as the final member of a quartet of thieves that reportedly executed the daytime theft, as reported by media sources in France. The other three suspected thieves are already in custody and formally accused, officials say.

Law enforcement has been granted a maximum of four days to conduct interviews. Zero evidence has so far been found of the pilfered gems - valued at 88 million euros (76 million pounds; 102 million dollars) - which were taken on 19 October.

Prior Charges and Rejections

Four people have already been charged in relation to the robbery - a trio of males and one female, who are likewise residents of the Parisian area.

One female, aged 38 was formally accused earlier in the month with involvement in organized robbery and illegal conspiracy aimed at perpetrating an offense.

In a distinct case, a man, aged 37, was accused of robbery and illegal conspiracy.

The pair of accused, who have not been named publicly, have disavowed any participation.

The Method of the Robbery Was Executed

The robbery occurred when the team of four individuals utilized a stolen mechanical lift attached to a vehicle to gain access to the Galerie d'Apollon via a balcony close to the River Seine.

The thieves utilized a disc cutter to force open exhibition cases containing the jewelry.

The perpetrators stayed inside for just 240 seconds and made their escape on two motor scooters positioned externally at 09:38 in the morning, before transferring to automobiles.

One of the stolen items - an imperial crown - was lost during the getaway but eight other items of precious ornaments - such as a necklace with emeralds and diamonds that was gifted by Napoleon I his second wife, Marie-Louise of Austria - were taken.

Protective Shortcomings and Aftermath

Authorities have indicated that the robbery was executed by petty criminals instead of experienced crime syndicates.

Soon following the robbery, it was announced by the Louvre leadership that the sole surveillance camera monitoring the Galerie d'Apollon was facing opposite the balcony scaled by the robbers to break in.

The president of the Louvre has since admitted that the museum had failed in its duties, but disputed allegations of security being ignored - emphasizing that from the time she took office in the year 2021 she had been warning constantly of the requirement for additional resources.

Enhanced Security Measures

Following the event, security measures have been strengthened for French heritage sites.

The museum has moved some of its most precious jewels to the national bank in the aftermath of the robbery.