French President’s Staff Arrested Over Missing Silverware Worth Thousands of Euros
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A staff member at the Élysée Palace, the official residence of French President Emmanuel Macron, has been arrested on suspicion of stealing thousands of euros’ worth of silverware and other valuable items. The incident was reported after the palace’s head steward notified the authorities about the missing items, prompting an investigation. According to the Paris prosecutor’s office, three individuals have been charged in the case, with the first hearing scheduled for next year.
The investigation revealed that the missing items were sold online on various auction websites, including some items that belonged to the Paris Museum, which was robbed of a 600,000 euro gold artifact in the past. The authorities believe that the total loss could range from 15,000 to 40,000 euros.
During the investigation, the Séverin Menu Factory, which supplies most of the palace’s dishes and furniture, identified some of the missing items on online auction websites. The police arrested the suspect after questioning him and his accomplices, and also identified a recipient of the stolen goods.
The three suspects have been charged with the serious offense of theft of movable property, which carries a possible sentence of 10 years in prison and a fine of 150,000 euros. The incident highlights the importance of strict security measures at high-profile institutions.
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