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Another four suspects are now under arrest within the framework of the ongoing investigation into the recent heist of valuable jewellery at the Paris Louvre, per reports from the French judicial authorities.

Particulars of the Most Recent Detentions

Two male suspects, in their late thirties, and a duo of females, aged 31 and 40, faced apprehension earlier this week. All are from the Île-de-France region.

One of those detained is considered as the final member of a quartet of thieves that allegedly carried out the daytime theft, according to local news outlets. The additional three accused perpetrators are already in custody and formally accused, according to officials.

Investigators currently possess as much as 96 hours to conduct interviews. Not a single clue has so far been found of the taken jewelry - worth an estimated eighty-eight million euros - which were taken on 19 October.

Prior Accusations and Denials

Four people have previously faced charges over the heist - three male and one female suspects, who are likewise residents of the greater Paris.

One female, aged 38 was indicted in recent weeks with involvement in organized robbery and conspiracy to commit crimes with a view to committing a crime.

Separately, one male suspect, 37 years old, was charged with theft and criminal conspiracy.

These two suspects, who have not been named publicly, have disavowed any participation.

How the Heist Took Place

The heist happened when the group of four men used a stolen vehicle-mounted mechanical lift to enter the Galerie d'Apollon via a balcony adjacent to the Seine.

The perpetrators employed a cutting disc to force open showcases containing the jewelry.

The robbers remained within for a mere four minutes and executed their getaway on two motor scooters waiting outside at 09:38, before transferring to automobiles.

One of the stolen items - a crown - was fallen in the flight but eight other items of precious ornaments - featuring an emerald and diamond necklace that was gifted by Napoleon I his second spouse, the Empress Marie-Louise - were stolen.

Protective Failures and Consequences

It has been stated that the heist was carried out by petty criminals rather than sophisticated criminal organizations.

Shortly after the theft, it was revealed by the Louvre's director that the only camera monitoring the Galerie d'Apollon was pointing away from the balcony scaled by the robbers to break in.

Louvre leadership has later confessed that the institution had fallen short in its duties, but denied that security had been overlooked - stating that from the time she took office in the year 2021 she had been warning constantly of the need for more investment.

Improved Protective Steps

In the wake of the robbery, safeguarding procedures have been strengthened for France's cultural institutions.

The Louvre has transferred numerous highly prized jewelry items to the national bank in the aftermath of the robbery.