A high-profile theft occurred on a TGV train traveling from Nice to Paris on Saturday, July 27. The victim, identified as the sister-in-law of the Emir of Qatar by Le Parisien, discovered that eleven luxury Hermès bags had been stolen from her during the journey.
The theft was believed to have taken place between 12:00 PM and 1:40 PM. The bags reportedly contained “personal effects of great value,” according to police sources cited by Le Parisien.
Original news source linked here.
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Upon realizing the theft, the train was stopped at Toulon station for about twenty minutes to conduct a search. However, neither the eleven bags nor the thieves were found. The Qatar royal family member was traveling with her household employee at the time of the incident.
An investigation has been opened and assigned to the Toulon National Police Circonscription (CPN). As of Sunday, July 28, the investigation was ongoing.
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The SNCF, France’s national railway operator, clarified its policy with Le Parisien, stating:
“The SNCF is not responsible in the event of loss or theft. It is the passenger’s sole responsibility to monitor their baggage.”
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance and security, especially when you intend on travelling with luxury goods. Whether you’re a royal or a regular traveler, taking precautions such as closely monitoring your belongings, using secure luggage, and being aware of your surroundings is crucial. Ensuring that valuables are insured and not all kept in one place can also mitigate potential losses.
- Anna McWhirter posted 5 months ago
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