French Museum Hit by Thieves After Louvre Heist Reveals Security Gaps

Following the Louvre heist, thieves struck another French museum, Maison de Lumière, stealing 2,000 gold and silver coins. The theft highlights the country's cultural security vulnerabilities, with experts noting a pattern of targeting prized treasures.

The director of Louvre, Laurence des Cars, admitted security deficiencies, including lack of CCTV coverage and alarms. The incidents reflect a broader crime wave in France, raising concerns about chronic underinvestment in cultural institutions and the need for enhanced security measures.