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Another four suspects have been detained within the framework of the ongoing investigation into the last month's heist of precious gems at the Paris Louvre, according to the Parisian legal officials.

Details of the Most Recent Arrests

Two male suspects, aged 38 and 39, and a duo of females, in their early thirties and forties, were arrested on Tuesday. They all reside in the Paris region.

One of those detained is considered as the remaining individual of a group of four that is said to have performed the broad-daylight robbery, according to French media. The other three alleged robbers are already in custody and charged, authorities state.

Law enforcement has been granted a maximum of four days to interrogate the suspects. No trace has yet been uncovered of the pilfered gems - valued at €88m (£76m; $102m) - which were taken on 19 October.

Previous Accusations and Denials

Four people have previously faced charges over the heist - a trio of males and one female, who are likewise residents of the Paris region.

A woman in her late thirties was formally accused earlier in the month with involvement in organized robbery and criminal conspiracy with a view to committing a crime.

Additionally, a 37-year-old male, was accused of stealing and conspiratorial activities.

The pair of accused, who have not been named publicly, have denied any involvement.

The Way the Theft Was Carried Out

The theft took place when the team of four individuals utilized a stolen mechanical lift attached to a vehicle to breach the Galerie d'Apollon (Gallery of Apollo) by means of a balcony near the Seine River.

The thieves utilized a disc cutter to crack open showcases housing the jewellery.

The thieves were inside for just 240 seconds and made their escape on a pair of scooters waiting outside at 9:38 AM, before transferring to automobiles.

A single pilfered object - a crown - was dropped during the escape but eight other items of jewellery - including an emerald-and-diamond necklace that Napoleon I gave his second spouse, the Empress Marie-Louise - were stolen.

Protective Shortcomings and Aftermath

Authorities have indicated that the theft was performed by petty criminals instead of sophisticated criminal organizations.

In the immediate aftermath of the heist, it was disclosed by the museum's director that the only camera monitoring the Galerie d'Apollon was facing opposite the terrace used by the perpetrators to commit the burglary.

The museum's president has later confessed that the establishment had not fulfilled in its duties, but rejected claims that security was neglected - stating that from the beginning of her tenure in two thousand twenty-one she had been consistently alerting of the need for more investment.

Enhanced Protective Steps

Following the event, protective protocols have been strengthened for the nation's cultural landmarks.

The Louvre has transferred a selection of its most valuable gems to the national bank following the heist.