A daylight robbery at the Louvre stunned the world — priceless Crown Jewels vanished in minutes. Former homicide detective Mark Mendleson joins Shane Hewitt to break down how the thieves pulled it off with precision and why this case feels eerily professional. He explains why jewelry thefts differ from art heists, how stolen gems are quickly “chopped” and resold through dark networks, and why recovery is almost impossible once the loot leaves the scene. The conversation offers a gripping look into planning, timing, and the criminal sophistication behind one of Europe’s boldest recent crimes.

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Originally aired on 2025-10-20