French Silverware Keeper, 2 Other Suspects in Élysée Palace Theft to Face Trial

Three people are accused of stealing expensive porcelain and silverware from French President Emmanuel Macron’s office and residency.

Visitors view a table dressed with plates and glasses for official dinners at the Elysee Palace in Paris on Sept. 15, 2012. Christophe Ena/AP Photo

A silver steward working at Élysée Palace and two others are accused of stealing $17,500 to $47,000 worth of porcelain and silverware from the official office and residency of French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte.

Silverware keeper Thomas M., his partner Damien G., and Ghislain M. were charged on Dec. 18 with jointly stealing movable property listed as part of the national heritage and aggravated handling of stolen goods, according to the Paris Prosecutors’ office.