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Four additional persons are now under arrest as part of the ongoing investigation into the last month's robbery of priceless gems at the famous Paris museum, as stated by the Parisian legal officials.

Particulars of the Newest Detentions

Two male suspects, 38 and 39 years old, and a duo of females, aged 31 and 40, were taken into custody this Tuesday. Each hails from the Paris region.

Included in this group is considered as the last participant of a four-man gang that reportedly executed the daylight heist, according to local news outlets. The additional three accused perpetrators are already in custody and indicted, officials say.

Investigators currently possess as much as 96 hours to question them. No trace has so far been found of the taken jewelry - valued at 88 million euros (76 million pounds; 102 million dollars) - which were taken on 19 October.

Prior Indictments and Rejections

Four individuals have previously faced charges in relation to the robbery - three men and a woman, who are likewise residents of the Parisian area.

One female, aged 38 was indicted in recent weeks with aiding organized theft and illegal conspiracy aimed at perpetrating an offense.

In a distinct case, a man, aged 37, was indicted for robbery and illegal conspiracy.

Both of these individuals, who have not had their identities disclosed, have denied any involvement.

The Method of the Robbery Was Executed

The heist happened when the team of four individuals employed a hijacked vehicle with a mounted lift to enter the Apollo Gallery through a terrace near the Seine River.

The thieves utilized a cutting disc to force open exhibition cases housing the jewellery.

The robbers remained within for just 240 seconds and made their escape on two scooters stationed outside at 09:38 in the morning, before transferring to automobiles.

A single pilfered object - a crown - was dropped during the escape but eight more objects of jewellery - such as a necklace with emeralds and diamonds that was gifted by Napoleon I his second wife, Marie-Louise of Austria - were taken.

Security Shortcomings and Consequences

Officials have revealed that the heist was carried out by minor lawbreakers as opposed to organised crime professionals.

Soon following the robbery, it was disclosed by the museum's director that the only camera observing the Galerie d'Apollon was directed away from the terrace used by the perpetrators to break in.

Louvre leadership has since admitted that the museum had failed in its responsibilities, but rejected claims that security was neglected - emphasizing that from the moment of her appointment in two thousand twenty-one she had been repeatedly cautioning of the need for more investment.

Improved Safeguarding Protocols

Following the event, protective protocols have been enhanced at the nation's cultural landmarks.

The Louvre has transferred numerous highly prized jewelry items to the French central bank following the heist.