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Thieves steal around €4 million in jewellery from French museum

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Thieves stole approximately €4 million worth of jewellery from the Lalique Museum in northeastern France.
The burglary occurred in the early hours of Sunday, July 5, 2026, with around 20 pieces taken from the museum's collection.
Burglars reportedly broke in through a door and smashed six display cases.
French authorities are reviewing security camera footage to gather evidence regarding the suspects.
The incident has raised concerns over security at cultural institutions following previous high-profile thefts in the country.

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Thieves broke into the Lalique Museum in northeastern France on Sunday, July 5, and made off with approximately €4 million worth of jewellery. The burglary involved the theft of around 20 pieces from the collection associated with renowned glassmaker René Lalique. Witnesses reported that the intruders wore masks and forced open a door before smashing six display cases to access the valuables.

French authorities are currently investigating the incident and are reviewing security camera footage to gather information about the suspects. The theft has raised concerns, particularly as museums in France have been targets for high-profile thefts in the past. The investigation is ongoing, and further details regarding the identity of the thieves or potential leads have not yet been disclosed.

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