Armed robbers targeted a jewellery store in central Paris on Thursday morning before escaping on motorcycles, according to French police. The robbery took place at around 11:15 a.m. in the city’s 2nd arrondissement, an area in the heart of the French capital. Police said the suspects displayed weapons during the operation but did not fire them. No injuries were reported.
The incident prompted a major police response as officers began working to identify and locate those responsible. Investigators are examining the scene and gathering information that could help establish how the robbery was carried out. The suspects left the area on motorcycles, giving them a quick route away from the city-centre location.
Authorities have not released the name of the jewellery store or confirmed how many people took part in the robbery. They have also not disclosed what items were taken or provided an estimate of the value of the stolen property. Those details are expected to form part of the investigation as police review available evidence and seek further information.
The robbery took place in a busy central district, but police have so far reported no injuries among staff, customers or members of the public. Officers are continuing their efforts to trace the suspects and establish the full circumstances of the incident.
