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A luxury jewellery store in Paris was robbed in broad daylight, and the thieves’ getaway was captured on video.
Designer brand Bulgari, which has a flagship store on the prestigious Place Vendôme in central Paris, was targeted by armed robbers on the afternoon of Saturday, April 29.
Bulgari is owned by LVMH and is worn by celebrities including Anne Hathaway, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and Miley Cyrus.
Police are investigating the robbery and searching for the suspects, according to Reuters. The value of the stolen items was not immediately disclosed.
By Rachel Hosie
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