IJR News — today's news from every side — 1hEurope museum robberies turn increasingly violent, Europol saysEuropol reports a shift in European museum robberies toward more violent, high-risk methods and targets, with thieves focusing on precious metals, gemstones, and culturally significant artifacts, including the Louvre heist. The trend includes ad-hoc, social-media–recruited groups and even cross-network participation, using tools like sledgehammers, explosives, and firearms to breach venues and intimidate staff.12 sources · 1h