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Another four individuals were taken into custody within the framework of the ongoing investigation into the last month's theft of priceless jewelry at the famous Paris museum, as stated by the French judicial authorities.

Specifics of the Newest Detentions

Two male suspects, 38 and 39 years old, and two women, in their early thirties and forties, were arrested on Tuesday. Each hails from the Île-de-France region.

Among them is considered as the last participant of a group of four that reportedly executed the broad-daylight robbery, as reported by French media. The remaining trio accused perpetrators have already been arrested and indicted, according to officials.

Law enforcement has been granted as much as 96 hours to conduct interviews. Zero evidence has so far been found of the pilfered gems - valued at eighty-eight million euros - which were stolen on October 19th.

Previous Accusations and Denials

A group of four have previously faced charges over the heist - a trio of males and one female, who are likewise residents of the Parisian area.

One female, aged 38 was formally accused earlier in the month with involvement in organized robbery and illegal conspiracy intended to carry out unlawful acts.

Separately, a man, aged 37, was indicted for robbery and illegal conspiracy.

These two suspects, who remain unnamed in public records, have denied any involvement.

The Way the Theft Was Carried Out

The theft took place when the group of four men used a stolen vehicle-mounted mechanical lift to gain access to the Galerie d'Apollon (Gallery of Apollo) via a balcony close to the River Seine.

The men used a disc cutter to break into exhibition cases containing the jewelry.

The perpetrators stayed inside for a mere four minutes and fled the scene on two motor scooters stationed outside at 09:38, before switching to cars.

One of the stolen items - an imperial crown - was dropped during the escape but eight more objects of jewelry - including an emerald-and-diamond necklace that Emperor Napoleon presented to his second wife, Marie-Louise of Austria - were appropriated.

Protective Shortcomings and Fallout

Officials have revealed that the robbery was executed by minor lawbreakers as opposed to experienced crime syndicates.

Shortly after the theft, it was revealed by the Louvre's director that the only camera watching the Apollo Gallery was facing opposite the balcony scaled by the robbers to break in.

The museum's president has since admitted that the institution had fallen short in its obligations, but rejected claims that security was neglected - emphasizing that from the time she took office in two thousand twenty-one she had been warning constantly of the necessity of increased funding.

Improved Safeguarding Protocols

Since the incident, security measures have been enhanced at France's cultural institutions.

Officials have relocated numerous highly prized jewelry items to the French central bank in the aftermath of the robbery.