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Four additional persons have been detained within the framework of the continuing probe into the recent heist of precious gems at the Louvre Museum, as stated by the Paris prosecutor's office.

Particulars of the Latest Detentions

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

Among them is considered as the final member of a quartet of thieves that reportedly executed the daylight heist, according to local news outlets. The other three suspected thieves were previously detained and charged, officials say.

Law enforcement has been granted a maximum of four days to question them. No trace has so far been found of the stolen jewels - appraised at 88 million euros (76 million pounds; 102 million dollars) - which disappeared on the nineteenth of October.

Earlier Charges and Denials

A group of four have already been charged concerning the theft - three men and a woman, who also live in the Paris region.

A 38-year-old woman was charged earlier this month with involvement in organized robbery and illegal conspiracy intended to carry out unlawful acts.

In a distinct case, a 37-year-old male, was charged with robbery and illegal conspiracy.

Both of these individuals, who have not been named publicly, have disavowed any participation.

The Way the Theft Was Executed

The robbery occurred when the team of four individuals used a stolen vehicle-mounted mechanical lift to enter the Apollo Gallery via a balcony adjacent to the Seine.

The thieves utilized a cutting disc to force open display cases which held the precious items.

The robbers remained within for a mere four minutes and fled the scene on a pair of scooters stationed outside at 09:38, before switching to cars.

One of the stolen items - a crown - was dropped during the escape but eight other items of precious ornaments - such as a necklace with emeralds and diamonds that Emperor Napoleon presented to his second spouse, Empress Marie-Louise - were taken.

Protective Shortcomings and Consequences

Authorities have indicated that the theft was performed by minor lawbreakers as opposed to sophisticated criminal organizations.

In the immediate aftermath of the heist, it was revealed by the Louvre's director that the sole surveillance camera watching the Apollo Gallery was directed away from the balcony the thieves climbed over to commit the burglary.

The museum's president has subsequently acknowledged that the museum had failed in its obligations, but rejected claims that security was neglected - emphasizing that from the beginning of her tenure in two thousand twenty-one she had been warning constantly of the need for more investment.

Improved Security Measures

In the wake of the robbery, protective protocols have been tightened around the nation's cultural landmarks.

The museum has moved numerous highly prized jewelry items to the national bank after the theft.