Two more people have been charged in connection with the theft of €88 million worth of jewels from the Louvre Museum last month. The Paris prosecutor's office announced that a 38-year-old woman faces charges of complicity in organized theft and criminal conspiracy, while a 37-year-old man has been charged with theft and criminal conspiracy. Both deny the allegations.

This new development follows the initial arrests of two men who had partially recognized their involvement in the heist.

The heist occurred on October 19, when four men executed a quick theft at the museum, which is the most-visited in the world. The thieves spent approximately four minutes stealing the items, escaping on scooters before transitioning into cars.

On October 21, the 38-year-old woman appeared in court visibly distressed, confirming her residence in La Courneuve, a suburb of Paris. The magistrate ruled for her and the 37-year-old man to remain in pre-trial detention due to the potential risk they pose to public safety.

In an effort to catch all involved parties, authorities have intensified their investigation, with one suspect already linked to the crime scene through DNA evidence.

The robbery’s aftermath has sparked public outcry about security inadequacies at the Louvre. Investigators noted the lack of effective surveillance at the point of entry used by the thieves. The museum has announced plans to enhance its security protocols and has transferred its most valuable jewels to the Bank of France.

The public has expressed frustration at the perceived negligence that allowed such a high-profile theft to occur. The Louvre’s management faces scrutiny, with critics suggesting funds intended for security upgrades were diverted for ambitious new projects instead.