In under ten minutes, a bold heist unfolded at the Louvre in Paris. At 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, four men pulled up in a truck directly beneath a balcony. They set up a ladder with a furniture hoist, and two of them calmly climbed to the balcony. There, they cut through reinforced glass into the Apollo Gallery, described by Helen Pidd as the museum’s most ornate and arguably most stunning room. Using an angle grinder, they broke into display cases holding France’s crown jewels, then descended the ladder and escaped on motorbikes.
This daring theft from one of the world’s most renowned museums has stunned France, particularly since the jewels had been repurchased for the nation after being sold off, according to the Guardian’s Paris correspondent, Angelique Chrisafis.
Art detective Arthur Brand, known for recovering stolen Picassos, artifacts, and even Oscar Wilde’s ring, sheds light on why the thieves targeted such a high-profile location and why recovering the jewels quickly is crucial to finding them intact.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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General Beginner Questions
Q What is The Heist of the Decade podcast about
A Its a truecrime podcast that dives deep into one massive complex robbery that shocked the world Each season explores the intricate planning the people involved and the aftermath of a single headlinemaking heist
Q Who hosts the podcast
A The podcast is hosted by who bring expert analysis and compelling storytelling to the case
Q How often are new episodes released
A New episodes are released weekly You can expect a new episode every
Q Where can I listen to it
A You can listen for free on all major podcast platforms like Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts and Amazon Music
Q Do I need to start from the first episode
A Yes we highly recommend it The story unfolds chronologically and starting from Episode 1 will give you the full context and buildup
Q Is the podcast suitable for all ages
A Due to the subject matter which can include crime and intense situations the podcast is best suited for mature audiences
Content Story Questions
Q Is this based on a real heist
A Absolutely Every detail is meticulously researched and based on real events court documents and when possible interviews with those involved
Q Will you reveal who committed the heist
A The podcast follows the evidence to its conclusion We explore all the leading theories and present the official outcome but we also examine any lingering mysteries
Q How do you get your information Is it just from news reports
A We go far beyond news reports Our research includes court transcripts police reports books written on the subject and exclusive interviews with investigators journalists and sometimes even people connected to the case
Q Why did you choose this particular heist
A We look for heists that are not just about the money but about the audacious planning the fascinating characters and the lasting impact the crime had on security culture or the
