Washington, D.C. - On January 13, 2026, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia issued a press release announcing the sentencing of 34-year-old Trevor Jonathan Wright for a leading a crew that committed violent armed robberies of South As ...
Four Bay Area Residents Charged In Fremont Jewelry Store Heist
Oakland, CA - On January 13, 2026, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of California issued a press release announcing that four Bay Area residents have been charged in connection with a jewelry store robbery. The press release is pos ...
UPDATE: Paris, France- Five more arrested in Louvre heist investigation as stolen crown jewels worth $102M still missing
Paris, France - Five more suspects have been arrested in connection with the daring daytime heist of the French crown jewels from the Louvre Museum, French investigators announced Thursday, though the priceless treasures remain missing. Police carried ...
Pairs, France- Suspects arrested over brazen jewel theft from Paris’ Louvre museum.
Police have arrested suspects in connection with the theft of France’s crown jewels from the Louvre museum, just as one attempted to leave the country, the Paris prosecutor’s office said. Thieves last week targeted the Louvre’s Apollo Gallery ...
Paris, France – Where the jewels stolen from the Louvre Museum might end up.
NEW YORK (AP) — Just days after a stunning heist at the Louvre Museum in Paris, speculation is growing around where the lavish, stolen jewels that once adorned France’s royals might end up. A handful of experts warn that the artifacts&nb ...
Jewelry Supplier Benefits and Membership Sign up Form
Explore the benefits of becoming a jewelry supplier member of JSA. The following table lists the benefits with their corresponding membership level. The sign up form is further below. JSA Membership – Responsive Table (v2) /* === ...
Retailer Benefits and Membership Sign up Form
Explore the benefits of becoming a retail member of JSA. The following table lists the benefits with their corresponding membership level. The sign up form is further below. JSA Membership – Responsive Table (Horizontal Scroll) /* - ...
Boomerang Carnets
Boomerang Carnets is the world’s leading provider of ATA Carnets, The Jewelers’ Passport. Since 1987, we have provided the standard of service jewelers require. ATA Carnets are internationally accepted customs documents for streamlining and cost savings ...
Jeweler, his pregnant wife, and daughter experience home invasion robbery
Miami-Dade County, FL - March 17, 2025 - A jeweler with a large following on social media believes it may have led to a home invasion at his residence. Around midnight on March 13, 2025, three armed and masked male subjects forced the jeweler into his ho ...
Three suspects sentenced to prison following arrests for string of burglaries
Muskingum County, Ohio - On December 10, 2024, the Muskingum County Prosecutor's Office issued a press release announcing that three suspects have been sentenced for their role in a series of burglaries at jewelry stores. The press release is below. ...
Criminals Targeting Gold Jewelry More as Value Soars, JSA Says
By Rob Bates | December 13, 2024 As the price of gold has soared past $2,500 an ounce (and continues to hover around $2,700), criminals are increasingly targeting stores that sell gold jewelry, says Scott Guginsky, executive vice president of the Jewe ...
5 Masked Subjects Commit Smash and Grab in Mall
Temple, TX - On December 12, 2024, at 7:54 p.m., a jewelry store experienced a smash & grab robbery. Upon entry into the store, five subjects proceeded towards the back of the store where one of the subjects used a large rock to smash the clearance b ...
SMASH AND GRAB – BIRCH RUN, MI
On 12/12/2024, at 6:34 p.m., four subjects ran into a jewelry store armed with pepper spray and a hammer. The subjects smashed four showcases, gained entry into two, and removed diamond clearance and preowned product. The pepper spray was set off inside ...
GRAB AND RUN – MONROE, NC
On 12/11/2024, at approximately 3:35 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and said that he was looking for a gift for his girlfriend. He said he was looking for a ring for her, and he said that he had her on FaceTime and she was looking at rings throu ...
Jeweler Shot and Killed in Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, CA - On November 15, 2024, at approximately 11:45 a.m., the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office (SCSO) responded to a jewelry store after five to six subjects went into the store with crowbars and other items, when they proceeded to smash ...
Jeweler Murdered During Home Invasion
Oakland County, MI - On October 10, 2024, at 10:00 p.m., two men wearing high-visibility vests were captured on Ring camera footage announcing themselves as being from DTE, an energy company based in Detroit, MI. The men had come to a home in Roch ...
GRAB AND RUN – TAMPA, FL
On 11/06/2024, at approximately 1:50 pm, two male subjects returned to a jewelry kiosk in a mall after having previously visited the location with a female guest, earlier that day. The male subjects alleged they were interested in purchasing a diamond ne ...
BURGLARY- WAIPAHU, HI
On 11/1/2024, at 2:55 a.m., a male subject made entry into a jewelry store by hitting the front door with a small sledgehammer which popped the glass window and frame of the front door down on the floor. The male smashed one display case with the small s ...
GRAB AND RUN – LITTLE ROCK, AR
On 10/17/2024, at approximately 1:15 p.m., a retail jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. A lone male entered the store and stated he was shopping for an engagement ring. He approached the case to inspect various bridal diamond rings and ...
GRAB AND RUN – GREENDALE, WI
On 10/21/2024, at 12:15 p.m., a male subject came into a jewelry for the second time. He came to the store the day before to look at earrings. He returned on 10/21/2024 and said he wanted to buy a pair of earrings to cover a rip in his ear and another pa ...
BURGLARY – CASTLE ROCK, CO
On 10/03/2024, at 2:35 a.m., a male subject cut the glass on a jewelry store's front door and entered the store. The subject then smashed and removed items out of two display cases with a small hammer. He placed the items into a gray duffle bag and exite ...
SMASH & GRAB – AVONDALE, AZ
On 10/2/2024, a jewelry store was the victim of a smash and grab robbery. At 7:40 p.m., a juvenile male entered the store and proceeded to the store sales associates. The juvenile male removed a weapon from right pants pocket. Another juvenile male and j ...
Long Beach Man Pleads Guilty to Participating in Smash-and-Grab Robbery at Beverly Hills Jeweler that Caused $2.6 Million in Losses
Press Release Monday, September 30, 2024 LOS ANGELES – A Long Beach man pleaded guilty today to a federal criminal charge for participating in the daylight smash-and-grab robbery of a Beverly Hills jewelry store in 2022 in which more than $2.6 mill ...
GRAB AND RUN THEFT- FAIRFIEW HEIGHTS, IL
On 09/17/24, at 11:30 a.m., a lone male subject approached a jewelry kiosk inside of a mall and said he wanted to get a gold chain. The sales associate showed the subject a gold chain and then he asked about a medal. The team member held both in his hand ...
ATTEMPTED SIDEWALL ENTRY BURGLARY – ORANGE COUNTY, NY
On 9/15.2024, at 9:27 p.m., four Hispanic male subjects attempted to break into a jewelry store in a mall from the women's restroom. The subjects were wearing construction helmets and yellow vests. When confronted, one of the subjects stated they were wo ...
SUBJECT WANTED FOR 3 MINUTE BURGLARY – WATAUGA, TX
On 9/9/2024, at 4:22 a.m., a subject entered a jewelry store by breaking a front glass window at 4:22 a.m. The subject was seen pulling sheets off cases and broke a corner case housing gold product with what appears to be a sledgehammer. He grabbed a han ...
SUBJECTS WANTED FOR ATTEMPTED SMASH & GRAB ROBBERY – RED BANK, NJ
On 9/3/2024, at approximately 1:07 p.m., police received a call indicating that a security guard was chasing two people who were carrying sledgehammers. The subjects had attempted the gain entry into the front door of the jewelry store. Security camera f ...
REMOVED DISPLAY – MISSION VIEJO, CA
On 8/8/2024, at 2:00 p.m., a male subject approached a jewelry store's top of counter display that was sitting on a showcase along the lease line and contained various children’s jewelry pieces. The subject was seen cutting the cable that was securing th ...
GRAB AND RUN – SUNRISE, FL
On 08/19/2024, at 1:30 p.m., an unidentified male subject approached a jewelry kiosk in a mall and stated he was interested in diamond earrings. The subject was shown and selected a pair of diamond earrings valued at $265.00. When the sales associate was ...
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Man For Stealing And Swapping $460,000 Worth Of Diamonds
A press release from the Manhattan, NY District Attorney is posted verbatim below: JULY 25, 2024 Manhattan District Attorney Alvin L. Bragg Jr. today announced the indictment of MANASHE SEZANAYEV, 41, for defrauding two diamond merchants by covertl ...
Suspect Indicted in July Murder of Florida Jeweler
New York, NY - On August 13th, 2024, Lenore Fedow of National Jeweler published an article about 83-year-old John Craiger, who faces charges of first-degree murder in the death of Ghazi "Gus" Osta, the former owner of a jewelry store in Daytona Beach, F ...
Violent prison gang Tren de Aragua linked to gunpoint jewelry store robbery
El Paso, TX - August 6, 2024 - Last week, special agents with Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) in El Paso, TX relinquished custody of 21-year-old Jean Torres Roman, to the Denver County Sheriff's Office in Colorado. Roman had been arrested in L ...
GRAB AND RUN – BEAVERCREEK, OH
On 7/30/24, at 6:40 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store's lease line and asked about solid chains. He was shown a few different chains when he asked to see the 24” yellow gold curb chain. The team member took the chain out of the case and locked ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – SEVIERVILLE, TN
On 6/29/2024, at approximately 3:30 p.m., a male and female subject were in a jewelry store and at the display containing rings. The sales associate assisted the female subject with trying on a necklace, while the male subject reached into the case and s ...
THEFT – GREENSBORO, NC
On 6/19/2024, at 1:30 p.m., two male subjects entered a jewelry store. One subject requested to view gold chains. Once the chain was handed to the subject, the subject tried on the necklace and requested to view a gold bracelet. Once it was handed to him ...
GRAB AND RUN – HENDERSON, NV
On 6/12/2024, at approximately 7:00 p.m. before closing, a male subject entered a jewelry store and expressed interest in gold chains and pendants. While working with two team members, the subject requested to view a gold chain and pendant. One of the sa ...
St. Augustine, FL- Police: ‘Organized Romanian theft group’ targets Jewelry store at St. Augustine Premier Outlets
St. John's County, FL - May 24, 2024 - The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office is looking for three suspects wanted for a theft from a local jewelry store. On May 3, 2024, Marius Romana Radulescu (also known as Sava, Vasile), Onita Rostas, and an un ...
SEAK THEFT – FREEHOLD, NJ
On 6/6/2024, at approximately 2:15 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and expressed interest in gold chains. He was then taken to the gold case and shown several gold chains. The sales associate had 2 to 3 chains out at at a time and displayed ...
GRAB AND RUN – MELBOURNE, FL
On 5/28/2024, at 11:57 a.m., a female subject stopped at a jewelry kiosk inside of a mall and asked about gold chains, and then asked to see a particular chain. Once the chain was presented, the subject asked about another chain. As the sales associate w ...
Burglars break into Connecticut jewelry store with garbage can and sledgehammer
DARIEN, Connecticut (WABC) --May 23, 2024 - Police are searching for four subjects who broke into a jewelry store in Darien with a sledgehammer. The burglary occurred at approximately 4:30 a.m. on May 15, 2024. To view the article and video provid ...
Subject Sought in Jewelry Store Theft
Brooklyn, NY - May 19, 2024 - The New York Police Department is investigating a grab and run theft that occurred on May 19, 2024, at approximately 3:40 p.m, when a male subject entered the store. The subject was greeted by a sales associate, and look ...
Arrest made following smash and grab robberies
Sacramento, CA - On May 9, 2024, detectives from the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office, arrested a 19-year-old man named Julian Lomeli, for his involvement in two smash and grab robberies that occurred several weeks apart at the same jewelry store i ...
Professional International Jewel Thief Arrested After Stealing from Multiple Jewelers
New York, NY - On May 3, 2024, 49-year-old Yaorong Wan was arrested and charged with grand larceny for his involvement in jewelry store thefts in Manhattan. Wan had been wanted and suspected of committing a series of thefts, including crimes that ...
SHOPLIFTER CHARGED WITH STEALING JEWELRY – QUEENS, NY
On 5/10/2024, 39-year-old Aaron Smalls was charged with stealing from six jewelry stores over the past year. Between December 2023 and February 2024, Smalls committed thefts at 6 stores. He was linked to a six figure theft of jewelry from a store dating ...
Subjects use sledgehammers in jewelry store smash and grab
Westport, CT - On May 9, 2024, Officers from the Westport Police Department responded to a high-end jewelry store at 3:10 p.m., to investigate a report of a robbery. Employees indicated two individuals wearing masks and gloves (pictured abov ...
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – GRAB AND RUN
On 5/8/2024, at 3:20 p.m., a retail jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. A lone male subject entered the store and looked at several items. He stated he was looking for something to go with his watch. After looking at several items, the ...
GRAB AND RUN – POOLER, GA
On the 5/7/2024, at1:20 p.m., a jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. A lone male entered the location and began looking a diamond rings. The male stated he was shopping for his girlfriend. The male asked to see an item which was a ...
GRAB AND RUN – CONCORD, CA
On 5/4/2024, at approximately 3:20 p.m., a male subject entered a retail jewelry store and expressed interest in gold chains and gold bracelets. The subject requested to see multiple items, but was only shown one at a time. He requested to view a chain, ...
The Jewelers Security Alliance Publishes Its 2023 Annual Crime Report
New York, NY - On April 23, 2024, the Jewelers Security Alliance (JSA) published its annual crime report. The executive summary is listed below. Click the bottom link to read the full report. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 1. In 2023 the total dollar losses fro ...
CHARLOTTE, NC – GRAB AND RUN
On 04/21/24, at 5:30 p.m. a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see several diamond fashion rings to compare them. An employee mentioned she is only able to show one and held the ring on her finger to show the subject. The subject then asked if ...
GRAB AND RUN – LAFAYETTE, LA
On 4/9/2024, at 2:00 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see a gold chain. Chains were shown to the subject and she selected one to purchase. The subject asked to see a pendant and a ring as well. After she selected the items she wanted, ...
WICHITA, KS – VIOLENT ROBBERY
On 4/8/2024, at approximately 4:45 p.m., three male subjects entered a jewelry store under the pretense of looking at gold chains. The male sales associate greeted the group and began to show them a chain. While the case was open for the associate to ret ...
SNEAK THEFT – WILMINGTON, DE
On 4/3/2024, a subject approached a kiosk and asked to look at several items from rings to earrings. He eventually made his way over to diamond chains and asked to see several different pieces, trying them on and then returning them to the team member. ...
SMASH & GRAB – WATERBURY, CT
On 4/1/2024, at approximately 4:44 p.m., three male subjects approached a jewelry kiosk in a mall and walked directly to the showcase containing gold chains, gold bracelets, and gold charms. Using hammers, the subjects smashed the showcase glass. After d ...
GRAB AND RUN – DAVENPORT, IA
On 03/27/2024, at 4:00 p.m., a male subject approached a mall's jewelry kiosk and asked about a gold chain. After the associate took one out, he asked for another one, she handed him a gold curblink with diamonds. As soon as the subject had the chain in ...
SMASH AND GRAB – NORFOLK, VA
On 03/23/24, at 5:35 p.m., a male subject walked up to a gold case at a jewelry kiosk inside of a mall. He then smashed the lower glass panel with a hammer. He reached into the hole in the glass and grabbed nine rope chains and fled on foot. He abandon ...
GRAB AND RUN – KENNEWICK, WA
On 3/17/2024, at 6:55 p.m. a male approached the jewelry store as the store team was closing for the night, carrying a large, empty bag. The subject approached a gold jewelry spinner on the countertop near the lease line, placed the bag over the gold je ...
THEFT – VICTORVILLE, CA
On 3/14/2024, at approximately 2:15 p.m., a jewelry kiosk experienced a merchandise theft. Upon the male subject's initial approach to the kiosk at approximately 1:45 p.m., he was accompanied with a female and children, and asked to view various rings. ...
GRAB AND RUN – MADISON, AL
On 3/13/2024, at 2:46 p.m., a retail jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. A lone male entered the location under the pretense of shopping for an engagement ring. He proceeded to the bridal cases and was assisted by two team members. He c ...
GRAB AND RUN – TACOMA, WA
On 3/2/2024, at 4:20 p.m., a grab and run occurred at a retail jewelry store. An unknown male entered the location and expressed interest in gold chains. The subject requested to view a gold chain, and once it was removed from the showcase, the subject ...
BURGLAR ARRESTED – THOMASVILLE, NC
On 2/21/2024, at approximately 1:30 a.m. Thomasville, NC Police Officers responded to a jewelry store after hearing of a breaking and entering in progress. The 911 call indicated that a male subject broke into the side window of a jewelry store and w ...
ATTEMPTED ROBBERY – FULLERTON, CA
On 2/7/24, three masked subjects stopped a dark-colored sedan in front of a jewelry store. The subjects then exited the vehicle. Investigators believe the subjects were armed with handguns. A security guard employed by the store fired at the three subjec ...
ATTEMPTED SMASH & GRAB – PINEVILLE, NC
On 1/29/24, WCCB Charlotte reported that an attempted smash and grab occurred at a jewelry store in Pineville, NC. A subject reportedly tried to smash a jewelry store's display case. Limited information was released. If you have any information regarding ...
GRAB AND RUN – TACOMA, WA
On 1/28/2024. at approximately 12:40 p.m., a grab and run occurred at a retail jewelry store. A male subject entered the location and expressed interest in mens diamond earrings. While having a client profile setup, the subject expressed interest in t ...
GRAB AND RUN – RALEIGH, NC
On 1/28/24, just before 5 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and looked at men's gold chains. He tried on two different chains and left the store to look at another jewelry store. He returned to the first jewelry store at 5:33 p.m., and again w ...
GRAB AND RUN – CHARLESTON, NC
On 1/26/2024, at approximately 11:15 a.m., a jewelry store experienced a grab and run theft after a lone male entered the store and walked directly to where the gold chains were previously displayed. The team member approached and asked what the individu ...
GRAB AND RUN – LAS VEGAS, NV
On 01/22/24, at 11:39 a.m. a grab and run theft occurred at a retail jewelry store. A male subject under the pretense of shopping, requested to see rope chain. During the presentation, the subject grabbed the piece from the team members hands and fled t ...
GRAB AND RUN – FRESNO, CA
On 1/7/24, at 5:30 p.m., a male subject approached a jewelry kiosk inside of a mall and expressed interest in diamond rings. When the team member removed the ring to show to the subject, the subject grabbed the ring and ran from the location. Mall Securi ...
Why a jury will rehear Wilmington hammer attack, jewelry heist case after mistrial.
Wilmington, DE- January 8, 2024 - A local court has set a new trial date for the man accused of assaulting a Wilmington jewelry store owner with a hammer during a September 2022 robbery. Later this month, prosecutors will put Calvin Ushery on trial ag ...
Arrest Related to Homicide of a Jeweler
Wheat Ridge, CO - January 8, 2024 - Investigators have reason to believe that a man suspected of burglarizing a jewelry store, a month after its owner Peter Arguello was shot and killed, could be tied to the homicide. On November 29, 2023, Peter Argue ...
SNEAK THEFT – SUNBURY, OH
On 12/23/23, at 7:08 p.m. a jewelry store was the victim of a sneak theft. According to management, after counts were completed on December 26th, they identified that a chain was missing from counts. An audit was conducted and they identified that the ...
GRAB AND RUN – SANDY, UT
On 12/17/23, at 6:30 p.m., a grab and run theft occurred at a jewelry store. Two male subjects requested to see gold chains and pendants. During the presentation, the subjects grabbed both pieces from the team members hands and fled the location with the ...
GRAB AND RUN – DOUGLASVILLE, GA
On 12/18/23, at approximately 11:35 p.m., a jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. A lone male entered the location and began looking at merchandise. A team member assisted the male, who expressed interest in earrings and a necklace. Th ...
GRAB AND RUN – CHARLOTTE, NC
On 12/11/23, at 4:20 p.m. a subject went into a jewelry store, then went to the display case containing high-end watches. He asked the team member if the store took debit and credit cards. He said that he was interested in a particular watch, but wanted ...
GRAB AND RUN – VALLEY STREAM, NY
On 12/11/23, at 1:25 p.m., an unidentified male suspect entered a jewelry store at approximately 1:15 p.m. and browsed the mens gold jewelry. The team member approached him, and he inquired about a gold chain for his budget of $4000. The team member ...
GRAB AND RUN – DALLAS, TX
On 12/2/23, at 3:05 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and left, returning shortly after. Upon return, he approached the sales associate and requested to see bracelets. The team member showed one, and the subject requested to see a second side ...
Suspect tells officers, “You’re not supposed to pursue me,” following chase
Lebanon, Indiana - On November 11, 2023, the Boone County 911 Communications Center received a call from a jewelry store, that reported that a male subject had stole jewelry and fled in a vehicle. A Boone County Deputy was in the area, saw the subjec ...
GRAB AND RUN – NORMAN, OK
On 11/11/23, at 1:45 p.m., a grab and run theft occurred at a retail jewelry store. A male subject requested to see men's watches. As the subject was presented with two watches for comparison, the subject then fled the location with both stolen pieces. ...
Safeguarding your business against cybercrime
Greensboro, NC - On November 13, 2023, the Southern Jewelry News published an article on titled, "Protecting Your Business: Safeguarding against the growing threat of cybercrime." The article is posted below: Protecting Your Business: Safeguarding aga ...
SMASH AND GRAB – ALGONQUIN, IL
On 11/10/23, at approximately 12:55 p.m., a subject committed a smash and grab robbery. After being greeted upon entering the store, the subject walked around briefly before approaching the gold chain showcase. The subject produced a brick from his pocke ...
SUBJECT WANTED FOR SMASH & GRAB ROBBERY GARDEN CITY, NY
On 11/8/23, at approximately 11:37 a.m., a male subject walked into a department store, and went to display cases containing jewelry. The subject then used a pipe to smash the glass countertop. He then removed three diamond necklaces. The Nassau County P ...
PROFESSIONAL BURGLARS CONTINUE TO TRAVEL ACROSS THE COUNTRY – AUBURN, WA
On 11/7/23, at 8:45 a.m., a burglary occurred at a kiosk inside of a mall. Three unknown males were observed near the location, with two subjects gaining entry as the other, subject 3, acted as a lookout. Both subjects entered the location and gained ac ...
GRAB AND RUN – MESA, AZ
On 11/05/23, a grab and run theft occurred at a retail jewelry store. A male subject requested to see specific chains and charms. As the team member presented the chains and charms, the subject grabbed the merchandise from team members hand, and fled f ...
SUBJECT IMPLIES HE HAS WEAPON – ELIZABETH, NJ
On 11/2/23, at 9:05 p.m., a jewelry kiosk inside a mall reported a grab and run theft had occurred. A lone male approached the kiosk at closing, and insisted on looking at a chain and charm. When presented the items, the subject grabbed them, and fled ou ...
REACH IN THEFT – HOUSTON, TX
On 10/31/23, at approximately 7:49 a.m., two males returned to a jewelry store after a previous visit. The associate recalled their prior visit, and switched with another associate to assist the subjects. The associate allowed each subject to try on a ch ...
5 Suspects indicted following armed robbery
Waco, TX - On October 26, 2023, five suspects were indicted following an armed robbery at a jewelry store in Waco, TX. A grand jury in McLennan County indicted 42-year-old John Rainwater, with an enhanced aggravated robbery charge, for robbery at a je ...
GRAB AND RUN – PEMBROKE PINES, FL
On 10/29/23, a male and female entered a jewelry store at 4:43 p.m., walked around the store, then asked for assistance at the gold showcase. The male subject was interested in gold chains and bracelets, and the sales associate presented a number of opti ...
Suspect arrested following gunpoint robbery
Greenwich, CT - On October 28, 2023 at approximately 3:43 p.m., 19-yer-old Edgardo Bautista-Gallardo was arrested after he allegedly committed an armed robbery at a jewelry store. Bautista-Gallardo entered the jewelry store and asked to see jewelry, w ...
SMASH AND GRAB – EASTVALE, CA
On 10/24/23, at 1:09 p.m., a jewelry store experienced an attempted armed robbery/smash & grab. As a silver Toyota Camry backed into a parking space immediately in front of this off-mall location, three hooded, masked, and gloved subjects exited the ...
Viral Smash & Grab Robber, Arrested for Homicide After Victim’s Body Found Floating in Barrel
Malibu, CA - On October 3, 2023, two men identified as 37-year-old Joshua Lee Simmons and 41-year-old Dennis Eugene Vance, were arrested for the murder of Javonnta Marshann Murphy. On July 31, 2023, Murphy's body was found in a barrel at Malibu Lagoo ...
Suspect arrested after dressing as Mannequin to steal jewelry
Warsaw, Poland - On October 18, 2023, the Warsaw Police announced that a 22-year-old male suspect has been arrested for pretending to be a mannequin in a storefront. The suspect stood for hours in the store's window without moving. The featured image ...
SMASH AND GRAB – LAS CRUCES, NM
On 10/4/23, at 5:46 p.m., a smash and grab was reported to have occurred at a retail jewelry store. As the subject walked into the store to the gold chain showcase and after briefly stopping, he removed a hammer from inside of his sweat top and began ban ...
SPINNER THEFT – ELIZABETH, NJ
On 10/03/23, at approximately 4:38 p.m., a jewelry store reported a counter top spinner had been cut and the entire spinner was stolen. While two employees were helping guests, a male subject had cut the cable and placed the spinner on the floor. After m ...
DRYWALL ENTRY BURGLARY – KATY, TX
On 10/2/23, at approximately 12:14 a.m., a subject entered a vacant store next to a jewelry store. He broke enough of the drywall at the floor level to crawl into the jewelry store, behind the gold and sterling silver cases. The subject used a pry tool t ...
Smash and grab robbers deploy bear spray against jewelers and security guard
Palmdale, CA - On September 28, 2023, at 12:06 p.m., a group of three robbers entered a jewelry store. One of the subjects began spraying the store's security guard with bear spray. The subject then sprayed other employees. The second subject began s ...
GRAB & RUN – BRANDON, FL
On 09/26/23, at approximately 7:24 p.m., an unidentified female subject went into a jewelry store and stated she was looking for rings. The team member initially directed her to the clearance section after she said she wanted something for $500.00. After ...
Five suspects arrested for jewelry robbery
Paris, France - September 27, 2023 - Police in France have recently arrested five suspects for their involvement in a robbery in Paris that occurred on August 1, 2023. In that incident, a large value of jewelry and watches were stolen by a group of robbe ...
ROOFTOP BURGLARY – WAKE COUNTY, NC
On 09/23/23, at approximately 2:45 a.m, two unknown subjects cut through a jewelry store's roof and entered the location in the back room of the store. One subject went to a room and began pulling wires. He eventually pulled the alarm box off the wall an ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – GREENWOOD, IN
On 9/21/23, at 11:27 a.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and wanted to see bracelets. As items were selected, the team member placed an element on the counter containing four bracelets. At this point, the subjects pointed to merchandise at the ...
GRAB AND RUN – TAMPA, FL
On 09/20/23, at 1:00 p.m., two unidentified female subjects approached a jewelry kiosk in a mall and asked about leasing options. While the sales associate explained leasing options, the first subject asked to see a Miami Cuban chain. She was shown the c ...
SMASH & GRAB – VICTORVILLE, CA
On 9/18/23, at 12:35 p.m., a jewelry store experienced a smash and grab robbery. Upon entry into the store via the mall entrance side, two subjects proceeded to the two cases containing gold where they began to smash into the cases with a sledgehammer. ...
3 subjects cut through adjacent vacant business, then wheeled out jewelry store’s safe
Miami, FL - September 2023 - Three subjects are wanted for cutting through the wall of an adjacent vacant business to gain entry into a jewelry store. The subjects cut the store's wires, and tried to destroy their surveillance equipment and computers. ...
Bronx Man Sentenced To 70 Months In Prison For Armed Robbery Of Jewelry Store Using A Gun, Bear Spray, And Hammers
New York, NY - On September 15, 2023, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York issued a press release about a subject who was sentenced for an armed robbery at a jewelry store. The press release is posted verbatim below: Friday ...
GRAB AND RUN – DOWNEY, CA
On 9/9/23, at 10:10 a.m., a retail jewelry store experienced a grab and run theft. Upon entry into the store, the subject inquired about chains and bracelets. After viewing and handing back a gold bracelet, the subject then asked to view a Cuban link ...
Five Men Charged with Using New York Diamond District Companies as Fronts to Illegally Move More Than $600 Million
Newark, NJ - On September 7, 2023, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of New Jersey released a press release of an elaborate financial scheme using front companies. The press release is posted verbatim below: Thursday, September 7, 2023 Fo ...
SMASH & GRAB – SAN BERNARDINO, CA
On 8/30/23, at 7:41 p.m, a jewelry store experienced a smash and grab robbery. Upon entry into the store, the first subject began to smash into two gold cases with a large sledgehammer while the second subject began to select and conceal jewelry pieces i ...
BURGLARY – CLOVIS, NM
On 09/04/23, at approximately 02:34 a.m., a burglary occurred at a retail jewelry store in a mall. The subjects, who were fully masked up, entered the site via the store's front gate after extracting the lock. The loss appears to be limited to cleara ...
GRAB AND RUN – COLUMBIA, SC
On 9/4/23, at approximately 4:45 p.m., a retail jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. A lone male entered the location and began looking at gold chains. The male looked at several and asked to see a 22" Cuban Necklace. The item was re ...
GRAB AND RUN – TUCSON, AZ
On 08/31/23, at 4:40 p.m., a grab and run occurred at a retail jewelry store. A male subject under the pretense of shopping requested to see multiple chains. Three chains were removed from the showcase by the team member, During the presentation, the su ...
16 suspects charged after committing 9 jewelry store robberies in 4 states
Washington, D.C. - On August 30, 2023, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia issued a press release announcing that a crime ring of sixteen suspects have been charged for their involvement in a multitude of crimes including 9 robberies ...
GRAB AND RUN – EFFINGHAM, IL
On 8/26/23, a grab-and-run theft occurred at a jewelry store. A male subject under the pretense of shopping for engagement rings, requested to see two pieces. During the presentation, the team member placed both of the requested pieces on the showcase pr ...
SUSPECT ARRESTED FOR SMASH & GRAB
On 8/26/23, at approximately 3:05 p.m., 25-year-old Joshua Wilson, of Hempstead, NY entered a jewelry store with a baseball bat. He then used the baseball bat to shatter the store's display case. The suspect fled from the store on foot towards an area na ...
SNEAK THEFT – TOMS RIVER, NJ
On 8/12/23 at 4:00 p.m., a male guest entered a jewelry store and was greeted by a team member. He stated that he was looking for tennis bracelets as a gift. He was taken to the bracelet case where the understock drawer was opened to see bracelets that w ...
California Sees Spike in Smash-and-Grab Thefts
New York, NY - On August 8, 2023, John Kennedy, President of the Jewelers' Security Alliance, gave an interview to Rapaport regarding an uptick in smash and grab robberies in California. Click here to read the article.
SMASH & GRAB ROBBERS THWARTED – GASTONIA, NC
On 8/23/23, three masked subjects wearing hoodies entered a jewelry store. They were holding bags and had weapons. They immediately began smashing display cases after entering the store. Before they could grab jewelry, the store's owner intervened. Click ...
Jewelry store and bank robbery suspect charged after committing armed robberies
Waco, TX - On August 17, 2023, the Waco, TX Police Department announced that John Rainwater, 42, (featured) had been charged in connection to a robbery at a jewelry store after he was arrested for, and in custody for committing bank robberies. On July 21 ...
3 subjects wanted for violent smash and grab robbery
Corona, CA - On August 20, 2023, four subjects entered a jewelry store and proceeded to pepper spray an employee. The subjects then used hammers to smash several display cases. They placed jewelry into a trash can, then ran out of the store, and entered ...
SMASH AND GRAB – PHILADELPHIA, PA
On August 19th, 2023, shortly after 7:00 p.m., four male subjects entered a jewelry store and pepper sprayed employees, and then used a sledgehammer to break into jewelry display cases. The subjects then escaped. Paramedics responded and treated sever ...
GRAB AND RUN – HOLYOKE, MA
On 8/18/23, at approximately 8:30 p.m., a female subject asked to see a pair of earrings. During the presentation, the subject grabbed the earrings from the sales associate's hand and then fled from the store. The subject was described as a White female ...
GROUP WANTED FOR ROBBERY – CONCORD, NC
On 8/16/23, at approximately 6:30 p.m., four subjects wearing masks and hoodies used a hammer to smash a display case. The subjects stole two high-end watches and left the scene before the police arrived. Surveillance footage captured the subjects fleein ...
SHOTS FIRED DURING ROBBERY – PALM SPRINGS, CA
On 8/15/23, at around 3:05 p.m., two male subjects entered a jewelry store with hammers. Police later confirmed that shots were fired by an employee. The subjects fled from the store on foot. Police have not released a description of the subjects or whet ...
SMASH & GRAB – MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C.
On 8/15/23, at approximately 2:20 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store with firearms and began smashing display cases. They proceeded to steal jewelry. The subjects fled before police arrived at the scene. If you have any information regarding the ...
Subjects wanted for brazen gunpoint smash and grab
Tampa, FL - On July 28, 2023, the featured female subject entered a jewelry and walked around for several minutes and then left. Shortly thereafter, the woman returned, but held open the store's door, allowing two of her accomplices to gain entry into ...
SMASH AND GRAB – DOWNEY, CA
On 8/8/23, at approximately 7:53 p.m, a jewelry store experienced a smash and grab robbery. Upon entry into the store, four subjects who were in possession of steel sledgehammers began smashing into 9 different cases that included but not limited to, b ...
GRAB AND RUN – FORESTVILLE, MD
On 07/28/23, a Black male subject approached a jewelry kiosk inside of a mall and asked to see a gold chain. He then asked to see a diamond pendant and the associate held it up to the chain he was trying on. The subject grabbed the pendent and ran wi ...
SMASH AND GRAB – IRVING, TX
On 8/1/23, in the afternoon, three male subjects were described as committing a smash and grab robbery at a jewelry store inside of a mall. If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact the Jewelers' Security Alliance at jsa2@jewele ...
GRAB AND RUN – GLENDALE, WI
On 7/29/23, at approximately 456 p.m., a jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. A male subject approached the gold chain showcase under the pretense of shopping for merchandise. He was interested in men’s rings and gold chains. While he wa ...
Experienced jewelry switch thieves arrested and linked to other crimes
Fort Lauderdale, FL - On July 26, 2023, 48-year-old Aurel Dobos and 41-year-old Adina Buchuc were arrested at Miami International Airport. In April of this year, the suspects stole a high-end watch from a jewelry store by replacing the real watch with ...
Armed robbers steal high-value of jewelry from high-end store
Paris, France - On August 1, 2023, at approximately 1:00 p.m., two males in gray suits and a woman in a green dress committed an armed robbery at a high-end store. The subjects were described as calmly walking into the store and then threatening the staf ...
GRAB AND RUN – LAWRENCEVILLE, GA
On 7/27/23, at approximately 12:40 p.m., a jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. A male subject entered the location and asked about diamond tennis necklaces for men. The team member stated that they did not carry any such item. The ...
Leader of Multi-State Jewelry Theft Crew Sentenced to Over 6 Years of Federal Imprisonment
Philadelphia, PA - On July 27, 2023, the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania issued the following press release regarding the leader of a jewelry theft crew. The article is posted verbatim below: PHILADELPHIA â" United States Attor ...
Subject wanted for attempted burglary
Dallas Township, PA - On July 20th 2023, the subject featured below, and his accomplice(s) attempted to burglarize a jewelry store. The subjects broke through the store's basement window to gain entry into the business. They then cut wiring and attem ...
SMASH AND GRAB – YUBA CITY, CA
On 7/23/23, at 12:00 p.m., a smash and grab robbery occurred at a retail jewelry store. Two subjects approached from the mall, with the first subject pulling out a crowbar and beginning to repeatedly smash two gold showcases. As the first subject con ...
BURGLARY SCARSDALE, NY
On 7/17/23, at approximately 1:30 a.m., a jeweler was awakened by an alarm notification from her store's security system. The owner notified the police. Upon the police's arrival at the store, they discovered the front door was damaged, and the store was ...
SAN ANTONIO, TX – GRAB AND RUN
On 7/19/23, at approximately 5:45 p.m., a male subject entered a retail jewelry store and walked for about 5 minutes. As he was looking in the display cases, he opened several understock drawers. One of the team members walked to a display case near him ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – TULALIP, WA
On 07/15/23, at 10:50 a.m., a male and female couple entered a jewelry store and inquired about chains and crosses, and after the male subject chose which one he wanted, his female companion applied for credit. After trying on the chain and cross, the ma ...
GUNPOINT ROBBERY – GREENSBORO, NC
On 7/17/23, a jewelry store opened at 9:30 a.m. Approximately 15 minutes later, two subjects entered the store and robbed it at gunpoint. They took cash from the store but they did not take any jewelry. A description of the robbers was not released, howe ...
Masked Gunpoint Robbers Escape With Jewelry
Bridgeview, IL - On July 13, 2023, at approximately 12:15 p.m., employees working in a jewelry store saw an individual approach the door. They believed the person was a customer, and the person was buzzed into the store. Three masked subjects then ent ...
SMASH AND GRAB ROBBERY – DOWNEY, CA
On 7/12/23, at approximately 4:30 p.m., at least three male subjects were observed smashing a jewelry store's glass display cases and then stealing jewelry. Very few details have been released about the crime. The subjects wore black hoodies. Click here ...
GRAB AND RUN – ARLINGTON, VA
On 7/10/23, at approximately 4:10 p.m., a black male entered a jewelry store and expressed interest in looking at rings for a 60-year-old female. There was a female customer at the counter, and he asked the customer what she thought of the ring he picked ...
GRAB AND RUN – HIALEAH, FL
On 7/10/23, at 7:15 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see a particular chain. The chain was removed and shown to the subject. The sales associate then went to the point of sale to check the pricing. When the sales associate return ...
Four suspects arrested for burglary spree
Nassau County, NY - July 7, 2023 - The Nassau County Police Department's Major Case Bureau in New York has announced that four suspects were arrested for committing a series of burglaries that took place on April 14, 2023 and May 12, 2023. The suspec ...
ROBBER SENTENCED FOLLOWING ROBBERY HOMICIDE – BRIDGEPORT, CT
On 7/5/23, 63-year-old Paul Prosano was sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for his involvement in the robbery of a Stamford, CT-based jewelry store owner named Mark Vuono. In March 2020, Prosano and his two accomplices, Robert Rallo, and Thomas L ...
SMASH AND GRAB – FORESTVILLE, MD
On July 5, 2023, at 08:28 p.m., two unknown males wearing all-black clothing entered a jewelry store in Forestville, MD. The individuals entered carrying a sledgehammer and proceeded to the bridal case and smashed the top of the display case. They th ...
Brazen robbers crash car into store, assault owner, and then smash display cases
La Verne, CA - On July 1st, 2023, four subjects rammed a car into a jewelry store. One of the subjects used a 30 lb chair to assault the store's owner. The other subjects smashed into display cases and then escaped with jewelry worth a high monetary valu ...
GRAB AND RUN – WEST COVINA, CA
On 6/25/23, at approximately 6:45 p.m., a retail jewelry store experienced a grab and run. Upon entry into the store, the subject indicated he was looking for a gift for his brother. The subject then began inquiring about rings, when he eventually po ...
Suspect arrested after 15 high-end watches stolen in Mexico City
Mexico City, Mexico - On the evening of June 26, 2023, four male subjects used sledgehammers and axes to smash windows while they committed a smash-and-grab robbery. The subjects stole 15 high-end watches before they fled from the shopping center on moto ...
ARMED ROBBERY – BLUFFTON, SC
On 6/27/23, a retail jewelry store was the victim of an armed robbery. Three males entered the store and began looking at jewelry in multiple showcases. After a few minutes, the males asked to see an item in the menâs diamond fashion showcase. As ...
ROBBERY – OVERLAND, KS
On 6/23/23, at approximately 7:03 p.m., a grab and run was reported to have occurred at a jewelry store. A male subject requested to see chains. The team member engaged the subject by gathering information for clienteling. As the team member was accessin ...
COUNTERFEIT CURRENCY – BRIDGEWATER, NJ
On 6/18/23, a guest made a purchase at a jewelry store for three pieces of gold. He paid in cash and produced 14 $100 bills and 2 $50.00 bills. Team members indicated that they tested the bills with the counterfeit pens and all checked OK.  The trans ...
GRAB AND RUN – COLORADO SPRINGS, CO
On 06/20/23, a grab and run occurred at a retail jewelry store. A male subject requested to see a chain. During the presentation, the subject grabbed the chain and fled the location with the stolen piece. There were no reports of injury. The subj ...
Subjects wanted for gunpoint smash-and-grab robbery
Greenville, SC - On May 17, 2023, at approximately 4:30 p.m., three subjects entered a jewelry store and demanded employees get on the floor. Two of the subjects carried firearms. They proceeded to use a hammer to breach the display cases and then stole ...
Suspect arrested after committing two robberies within two weeks
Annapolis, MD - A 32-year-old suspect named Julia Libby, was arrested on June 12, 2023, after she allegedly committed two robberies within a two-week period. On May 31, 2023, at approximately 7:30 p.m., Libby entered a jewelry store and conversed wit ...
Dollar Losses From Jewelry Crime in 2022 Hit 13-Year High
New York, NY - On June 15, 2023, Michelle Graff of National Jeweler published an article on the Jewelers' Security Alliance's 2022 Crime Report. Click here to read the report and learn about the crimes that afflicted the jewelry industry in 2022.
International gold thief arrested, extradited, then released
Rockville, MD - On June 13, 2022, a 32-year-old international gold thief was extradited from Lubbock, TX to Rockville, MD. The suspect, identified as Mircea Lucaci, had been wanted for stealing gold from a coin shop in August 2022. Several hours afte ...
GRAB AND RUN – SPRINGFIELD, MO
On 06/12/23, a grab and run occurred at a jewelry store. A male subject requested to see multiple chains and charms for purchase. During the presentation, the team member removed one chain and charm for viewing.  As the subject placed the chain an ...
GRAB AND RUN – HIALEAH, FL
On 6/9/23 at 5:300 p.m., an unidentified male subject approached a jewelry kiosk. The team leader greeted him but he did not respond. The Team Leader went to lunch and upon her return, the subject approached the kiosk again asking for help. The team lead ...
GRAB AND RUN – NEWARK, CA
On 6/4/23, at approximately 4:40 p.m., a grab and run occurred at a jewelry store. An unknown male subject expressed interest in menâs necklaces. Once a Cuban necklace was removed from the showcase, the subject grabbed the necklace and ran from the loc ...
Five suspects with ties to the mafia arrested for gunpoint robberies
New York, NY - On June 6, 2023, five men were arrested in New York and New Jersey, for their involvement in two jewelry store robberies. The Federal Bureau of Investigation and police have connected the men to the notorious Gambino and Lucchese crime fam ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – WICHITA, KS
On 05/29/23, a male and female subject approached a jewelry store multiple times during the day inquiring about pieces. At approximately 4:00 p.m, the couple returned, and the male subject had money visibly in hand, wanting to see a chain and ring. T ...
GRAB AND RUN – EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ
On 5/20/23, at 6:00 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and requested to see a men's diamond ring. He was taken to the case and shown a ring. He stated he wanted to compare it to another ring. While the team member was taking the other rin ...
GRAB AND RUN – DICKSON CITY, PA
On 5/20/23, at approximately 6:00 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and was approached by a team member and asked if he needed help seeing something, to which he replied he was just looking. While all team members were busy helping other gue ...
3 subjects cut hole in store’s wall, then ambush and beat jeweler
Oak Lawn, IL - On May 22, 2023, three male subjects entered a vacant business that is next to a jewelry store. The subjects then cut a hole through the wall of the empty business, to break into the jewelry store. The three subjects waited until the jewel ...
Jeweler Shot in the face
Cruz Bay, U.S. Virgin Islands, - On May 18, 2023, shortly before 2:00 p.m., the owner of a jewelry store was shot in the face during a robbery. Two subjects were involved in the robbery and then escaped with an unknown amount of jewelry. Police said the ...
5 family members convicted of multi-million dollar Dresden Museum Burglary
Dresden, Germany - On May 16, 2023, a German court convicted five men for their involvement in the 2019 burglary of 18th-century jewelry located in Dresden's Green Vault Museum. The suspects were sentenced to varying prison sentences from four years and ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – CHEEKTOWAGA, NY
On 5/15/23, a jewelry store performed inventory counts and discovered that five pairs of fashion earrings were missing. Video review showed that on 5/13/23, at approximately 4:25 p.m., two male subjects were being shown earrings from a case. These partic ...
Subjects commit brazen smash and grab captured on video
Tokyo, Japan - On May 8th, 2023, at approximately 6:30 p.m., three masked men entered a store that sells luxury watches. The subjects were armed with knives, and ordered five employees to "Get down on the floor, or we'll kill you." No customers were in t ...
SUBJECTS WANTED FOR GUNPOINT SMASH & GRAB – FRANKLIN, NJ
On 5/1/23, four subjects committed an armed robbery at a jewelry store in Franklin, TN. Upon responding to a call of an armed robbery reported to 911 at 11:56 a.m., responding officers from the Franklin Township Police discovered that three male subjects ...
High-end jewelry store in Paris robbed
Paris, France - On April 29, 2023, a high-end jewelry store experienced a robbery. Video recorded by eyewitness shows a subject standing outside the store wearing a helmet and holding a gun. Two subjects then exited from the inside of the businesses, and ...
2 ARRESTED AFTER BURGLARY – PAWLEYS ISLAND, S.C.
Two men were recently arrested after committing a burglary at a jewelry store on 5/2/23. Deputies from the Georgetown County Sheriff's Office in South Carolina arrested 34-year-old Dreshay Simmons and 32-year-old Tashake Tyrea Mitchum approximately 20 mi ...
Suspect convicted after committing 3 robberies on the same day
Baltimore, MD - On April 25, 2023, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Maryland issued a press release announcing the conviction of 29-year-old Keith Poynter, who committed three robberies on the same day, where he targeted jewelry in each cri ...
ATTEMPTED DIAMOND SWITCH – SAN ANGELO, TX
On 04/27/2023, at 2:00 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store under the pretense of shopping. During his time in the store, he attempted to get the team member working with him to pull out multiple items. The subject gained possession of a princess ...
SMASH AND GRAB ROBBERY – PALMDALE, CA
On 4/25/23, at 12:38 p.m., a jewelry store experienced a smash & grab robbery. Upon approach to the jewelry showcase, the subject began to strike the glass with a hammer. Once he successfully breached the glass, he stuck his hand in and retrieved 3 ...
4 Romanian nationals arrested after a high-value jewelry theft
On April 26, 2023, staff from WEAR News published an article announcing the arrests of 4 Romanian nationals who have targeted the jewelry industry. The suspects were arrested in Missouri after they stole jewelry from a jewelry store that resulted in a si ...
GRAB AND RUN – LAS VEGAS, NV
On 4/21/23, at approximately 6:37 p.m., a grab and run occurred at a retail jewelry store. A male subject requested to see a gold chain, During the presentation, a pendant was also requested. The team member placed the pendant on the chain. The subje ...
GRAB AND RUN – HENDERSON, NV
On 4/18/23, at 6:00 p.m., a grab and run occurred at a retail jewelry store. A male subject under the pretense of shopping, requested to see a gold chain. After receiving the chain, he returned it and then requested to see a bracelet. The subject then gr ...
GRAB AND RUN – CAMBRIDGE, OH
On 4/17/23, at approximately 2:32 p.m., a jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. A male subject entered the store and requested to see engagement rings. He was very comfortable with small talk and said he was ready to make the "big commitm ...
GRAB AND RUN -NEWPORT NEWS, VA
On 4/19/23, at approximately 6:46 p.m., a young Black male approached a jewelry kiosk inside a mall. The subject had an accent and asked to see multiple chains. It was explained to him that he could only see one item at a time. During the entire proces ...
Two jewelry stores burglarized in similar manner in just over a week
Stockton, CA - On April 18, 2023, at approximately 3:45 a.m., a burglary occurred at a retail jewelry store. Several subjects used a car to repeatedly ram into the front of the jewelry store. Seven or eight male subjects dressed in hoodies, proceeded to ...
ROBBERY SUSPECT ARRESTED – PEABODY, MA
On 4/17/23, at approximately 1:00 p.m., police in Peabody, MA responded to a jewelry store inside a mall that experienced a robbery. A male subject carried a backpack with a note, and motioned to his waist, implying that he had a gun. The subject stole s ...
GRAB AND RUN – VICTORVILLE, CA
On 4/10/23, at approximately 6:45 p.m., a retail jewelry store experienced a grab & run theft. Upon entry into the store, the subject asked to view a 4 ct. total weight, 14k white gold ring. Shortly after, the subject began sniffing the ring, and ...
Former Employee Stole Over $100K Worth of Jewelry
Las Vegas, NV - On April 11, 2023, a former employee of a department store, identified as Carlos Flores-Ochoa, was arrested at his home in Las Vegas, NV. The arrest took place following a months-long investigation. An arrest report indicated that Flor ...
DIAMOND SWITCH – WEBSTER, TX
On 4/10/23, at approximately 1:00 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and said he wanted to look at diamonds. He was described as low-key and didn’t talk much. He asked for 2-carat loose stones. Diamonds were not tested during the presentation. After ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – HOOVER, AL
On 4/8/2023, at approximately 2:44 p.m., a distraction theft occurred at a jewelry store in Hoover, AL. A male and female couple were shopping for a gold chain and pendant. The couple claimed to have a budget of around $1,700 to spend. The male subject w ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – GLENWOOD SPRINGS, CO
On 04/03/23, a male and female team working together requested to see chains at a retail jewelry store. Both subjects then split up to both ends of the showcase. The male subject requested to see a chain, and he sought assistance putting it on from t ...
GRAB AND RUN – STATEN ISLAND, NY
On 4/3/23, at approximately 5:50 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and requested to see a ¾ ct. tw. star shaped ring. The sales associate presented the ring to the subject. While holding the ring, the subject requested to look at a second ring ...
SMASH AND GRAB – CONCORD, CA
On 3/31/23, at approximately 7:06 p.m., police received a call stating that three masked subjects entered a jewelry store and used hammers to smash display cases. The subjects stole jewelry and then fled in an awaiting vehicle. They were described as thr ...
Video: Subject wanted for shooting at employees during robbery
West Valley City, UT - On March 25, 2023, at approximately 6:00 p.m., a male subject entered an in-door swap meet, and then went to a booth selling jewelry. The subject then took out a gun and fired several shots at employees. He proceeded to then use a ...
10 Expert Tips to Thwart Jewelry Packaging & Shipping Theft
New York, NY - On March 29, 2023, Jennifer Heebner, published an article featuring JSA's President John Kennedy, on the topic of shipping theft. Click here to read the article.
SMASH AND GRAB ROBBERY – MONTCLAIR, CA
On 3/26/23, at approximately 12:34 p.m., a male subject entered a department store's jewelry section. The individual then proceeded to remove a sledgehammer from his waistband and then smashed the display case containing gold chains. The subject removed ...
Robber killed by jeweler
Denver, CO - On April 6, 2023, a 31-year-old robber, identified as Daniel Bright, was shot and killed by an employee of a pawn shop. During the robbery, which occurred six minutes after the store opened, Bright went to the store's salespeople at gunpoint ...
GRAB AND RUN – PLEASANTON, CA
On 3/25/23, at approximately 6:40 p.m., a grab and run occurred at a retail jewelry store. A male subject entered the location and requested to view a gold chain and gold bracelet combination. As the subject went to hand back the gold chain/pendant to th ...
Convicted Robbers Sentenced to a Combined Total of 36.75 Years in Prison
Glendale, AZ - On March 16, 2022, four suspects committed a gunpoint smash and grab robbery at a jewelry store. Upon entering the store, the suspects ordered everyone to the ground. One of the suspects, identified as Kenneth Ray Walton Jr. held a taser, ...
MANHATTAN, NY – SMASH AND GRAB
On 3/27/23, shortly before 2:30 p.m., two male subjects wearing masks entered a jewelry store. They used a weapon, which was described as "possibly a hammer", to break cases inside the store. The subjects then removed merchandise and fled from the store. ...
GRAB AND RUN – MADISON, WI
On 3/22/23, at approximately 7:15 p.m., a retail jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. A lone male entered the store at closing time under the pretense of shopping for an engagement ring. He was in the store earlier and stated his name wa ...
7 SUBJECTS ARRESTED AFTER SMASH & GRAB – MANHATTAN BEACH, CA
On 3/22/22, at approximately 6:00 p.m., a jewelry store experienced its second smash and grab robbery in less than a year. In the most recent robbery, several subjects entered the store and used hammers to break display cases. They then fled the store wi ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – CHERRY HILL, NJ
On 3/14/23, at approximately 4:30 pm two male subjects entered a jewelry store. They shopped for several items ultimately settling on 9 different items. The items were rung up and placed in one box per the subjects' request. Subject 1 produced a la ...
ATTEMPTED SMASH & GRAB – SAN DIEGO, CA
On 3/15/23, at 3:26 p.m., three subjects entered a jewelry store and asked to see earrings and gold chains. Based on demonstrated suspicious behaviors, store staff contacted mall security, yet prior to their arrival, the subjects exited the store. Sh ...
Collegiate Athlete Stole More Than $500K From Jewelry Employer
Burlington, MA - On March 8, 2023, 19-year-old Ariel Foster was arrested in her dorm room at Lasalle University. An investigation into Foster started on February 22, 2023. The investigation revealed she profited hundreds of thousands of dollars by markin ...
Son of Oklahoma City Bombing Accomplice Pleads Guilty to Kidnapping and Robbing Jeweler
Las Vegas, NV - On March 15, 2023, Joshua Nichols, 40, the son of Oklahoma City Bombing accomplice Terry Nichols, pleaded guilty to armed robbery and the kidnapping of a 67-year-old jeweler. On February 6, 2020, a jeweler was lured into a home by Jos ...
SMASH AND GRAB – ORLANDO, FL
On 3/14/23, at approximately 4:25 p.m. two male subjects approached a jewelry kiosk in a mall. One of the subjects pulled out a hammer and started to smash the gold showcase. A team member yelled at the subject to stop, and the subject "giggled". The sma ...
ARMED ROBBERY – ALBUQUERQUE, NM
On 03/06/23, at 5:56 p.m., an armed robbery occurred at a retail jewelry store. A male subject entered the location alone and under the pretense of shopping, began looking at different cases. The subject began asking about gold crosses. The team membe ...
Convicted Killer Sentenced to 40 Years in Prison After Murdering Jeweler
Connecticut - On March 1, 2023, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Connecticut, issued a press release announcing the sentencing of 59-year-old Robert Rallo (pictured) who shot and killed Marc Vuono, the owner of a jewelry store in Stamford, ...
SNEAK THEFT – HICKORY, NC
On 3/5/23, at approximately 1:30 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and asked for help looking at diamond rings. He spent some time in the store and the sales associate showed him several pieces. During the presentation, pads of rings were ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – LEXINGTON, KY
On 3/4/23, at approximately 5:27 p.m., a distraction theft was reported at a retail jewelry store in Lexington, KY. According to team members, around 5:23 p.m, two males and one female entered the location under the pretense of shopping for gold and diam ...
GRAB AND RUN – PALMDALE, CA
On 3/1/23, at approximately 3:25 p.m., a jewelry kiosk inside a mall experienced a grab and run theft. A subject asked to see a Cuban link gold chain with a pendant. While trying on both pieces, and while the team member was explaining the credit optio ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – STRONGSVILLE, OH
On 2/27/23, at approximately 12:50 p.m., a jewelry store was the victim of a distraction theft. Two subjects entered the store and began looking around at different merchandise. The subjects settled at the display case containing the missing diamond r ...
79-Year-Old Jeweler Pistol Whipped in Robbery
Flushing, NY - On February 22, 2023, at approximately 2:30 p.m., two subjects committed a gunpoint smash and grab robbery and pistol-whipped the owner of an appointment-only jewelry business. One of the subjects dressed as an Amazon delivery person and h ...
Jewelry Store Owner Charged After Shooting
Wilkes-Barre Township, PA - February 24, 2023 - 27-year-old Michael Anthony Caruso was recently arrested in connection to a shooting on February 24, 2023. Caruso allegedly shot at a man in the parking lot of Wyoming Valley Mall. The person Caruso is alle ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – STATEN ISLAND, NY
On 2/23/23, at approximately 5:18 p.m., two male subjects entered a jewelry store and requested to look at merchandise in a specific showcase. They asked to see a specific brand of ring. The team member removed it from the showcase for the presentation ...
GRAB AND RUN – CHICAGO, IL
On 02/23/23, at approximately 3:15 p.m., a subject entered a retail store and requested to see rings, stating he wanted to make a purchase for his girlfriend. After looking at multiple pieces, the subject proceeded to the register area, presumably to pay ...
ARMED ROBBERY THWARTED – HOUSTON, TX
A male suspect approached a jewelry store's doors 10 minutes before the store was scheduled to open. The store's team was suspicious because the suspect was wearing a jacket, mask, glasses, and a hat. A decision was made to delay the opening of the store ...
GRAB AND RUN THEFT – FREDERICK, MD
On 2/17/23, at approximately 3:35 p.m., two unidentified males approached a jewelry store's counter and asked to see multiple items. After showing several pieces, the jewelry associate turned away from the individuals to put an item back in a case. Whe ...
Two jewelry businesses experience safe attacks
Oklahoma City, OK - On February 18, 2023, two jewelry businesses sustained safe attacks, in which the subjects cut through walls and the safes to steal jewelry, resulting in a large loss. The subjects broke into a flea market's back door, cut through ...
GUNPOINT SMASH AND GRAB – CORONA, CA
On 2/16/23, at approximately 6:37 p.m., police received a call that three subjects, including one with a gun, had entered a store and smashed cases. The business is a jewelry store. The subjects were described as two men and one woman. The subjects were ...
BURGLARY – TEMPE, AZ
On 2/15/23, at approximately 9:45 p.m., a burglary occurred at a kiosk inside of a mall. The opening team member the following morning found that several showcases had been compromised, with contents removed from 7 showcases in total. The night prior ...
Subject wanted for brazen smash & grab robbery
On February 7, 2023, shortly after 4:00 p.m., the featured subject entered a pawn shop with a pickaxe, then proceeded to smash through a display case. The subject was accompanied by his male accomplice. The masked accomplice blocked the pawn shop's d ...
GRAB AND RUN – OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
On 02/14/23, a grab and run occurred at a retail jewelry store. A male subject requested to see a gold chain for himself. The team member obtained the information provided from the subject into clienteling prior to showing any pieces. A ...
Arrested robbery suspects were members of a notorious robbery crew
Fargo, ND – On February 9, 2023, two suspects, identified as Dajuan Marcellus and Kordaryl Cross, were arrested for their involvement in an attempted jewelry store robbery.
Suspect arrested after stealing jewelry from multiple malls
Tucson, AZ - On January 9, 2023, 25-year-old Traivon Fitzpatrick was arrested after he committed multiple jewelry thefts from malls. On October 23, 2022, Fitzpatrick stole $9,500 in jewelry from a store at a mall. He then stole $14,000 from another je ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – LUTZ, FL
While doing inventory counts on 2/12/23, the Team Leader identified that over $149 gold category was missing 2 pieces. A case listing showed that the missing items were two 24” Gold chains with a total value of $2178.00. A review of CCTV showed that on 2 ...
ROBBERY SUSPECTS ARRESTED – FARGO, ND
On 2/9/23, two suspects, identified as Dajuan Cortez Marcellus and Kordaryl Vandchez Cross, both 32-years-old, were arrested in Michigan. The suspects are residents of Detroit, MI. The two men are believed to have been involved in an attempted robbery at ...
5 subjects wanted for gunpoint smash and grab
Long Island, NY – On February 8, 2023, at 5:15 p.m., a female subject was buzzed into a jewelry store. She then held the door open as four of her male accomplices entered the store. Click within to learn more about this crime.
BURGLARY – TROUTDALE, OR
On 11/3/23, at approximately 3:23 a.m., a burglary occurred at a retail jewelry store. Two male subjects broke one of the glass front doors and a large glass window, gaining access to the store. Both subjects approached the first showcase they found ...
Queens Jeweler Convicted In Luxury Watch Robbery And Money Laundering Scheme
New York, NY – On February 1, 2023, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York, issued a press release announcing that a jury found a Queens, NY jeweler, named Stanislav Yakubov, guilty of money laundering and making false statements to federal law enforcement agents. Click within to learn more.
SMASH AND GRAB – STATEN ISLAND, NY
On 2/1/23, at approximately 7:15 p.m., three male subjects committed a smash-and-grab robbery at a jewelry store inside a mall. The subjects smashed through the display windows and stole jewelry and high-end watches. A physical description of the subject ...
GRAB AND RUN THEFT – SALINA, KS
On 1/31/22, two black male subjects entered a jewelry store and began to look at gold chains and then men's rings. An employee took out a tray of five rings from the display case. One of the men then went to the restroom. When the man returned, the o ...
ROBBERS SHOOT AT WITNESS – MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA
On 1/27/23, at approximately 11:50 a.m., a robbery took place at a local jewelry store. Three armed subjects entered the store and took money from the register. They also stole the personal belongings of customers and employees who were in the store. ...
3 subjects wanted for gunpoint smash and grab robbery
Falls Church, VA – On January 27, 2023, shortly before 1:00 p.m., three subjects walked into a jewelry store. One of the subjects pointed a handgun at an employee.
3 suspects arrested after smash and grab
Fontana, CA – On January 26, 2023, three subjects smashed their way through several showcases and stole over $40,000 worth of jewelry.
BURGLARY – SAN ANTONIO, TX
On 1/28/23, at 1:32 a.m., a subject arrived at a retail jewelry store in a U-Haul rental truck and parked out in front of the entry doors. The subject broke one of the lower windows in the front of the store to gain entry. He then moved throughout the ...
ARMED ROBBERY – STAMFORD, CT
On 1/24/23, at approximately 5:00 p.m., a lone male subject approached a jewelry kiosk inside of a mall. After looking around the kiosk, the subject requested assistance at the diamond showcase. When the team member approached the subject, the subjec ...
6 of the biggest jewelry international jewel heists
New York, NY – On January 25, 2023, Jennie Cohen and Lesley Kennedy from the History Channel, published an article on the 6 biggest international jewelry heists. Click within to read their work.
Organizer of armed robbery sentenced to 96 months in prison
San Diego, CA – On January 23, 2023, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of California issued a press release announcing that the suspect who had organized a gunpoint smash and grab robbery was sentenced to 96 months in prison.
DISTRACTION THEFT – ESTERO, FL
After conducting case counts on 1/23/23, team members realized they were missing three gold chains. Review of CCTV showed that on 1/19/23, an unidentified couple came into the store around 3:30 p.m. and were greeted and they stated they were just looking ...
3 MINUTE BURGLARY – AUSTIN, TX
On 1/22/2023, at approximately 3:03 a.m., a male subject parked a dark truck in front of a retail jewelry store. He removed a black plastic bin and a hammer from his back seat. The subject then threw the hammer through the lower glass of the store's fron ...
2 Subjects use small child to commit distraction theft
Gujarat, India – On January 15, 2023, two female subjects purchased gold ornaments before committing a distraction theft to gain the jeweler’s trust.
GRAB AND RUN – JACKSONVILLE, FL
On 01/20/2023, at approximately 6:00 pm a retail jewelry store reported a grab and run theft occurred. A male subject was looking at several men’s rings and asked the team member which one they thought looked best on him. He had the ring on his finger an ...
GRAB AND RUN – BRANDON, FL
On 1/19/23, at approximately 5:10 p.m., a subject entered a retail jewelry store and asked the team member to look at wedding bands and gold necklaces. He did not have a mask, and he was approximately 5'7" and 170 lbs. He is believed to be between 23-27 ...
GRAB AND RUN – DURHAM, NC
On 1/18/23, at approximately 1:00 p.m., a male subject was looking at a watch for himself. He picked one out, and then said that he might be interested in one for his wife as well. He wanted something that matched the one he liked. Then, he wanted to com ...
GRAB AND RUN – WATERBURY, NY
On 1/13/23, at approximately 5:54 p.m., a lone male subject approached a retail jewelry store's gold chain showcase and requested to look at a necklace. The team member removed the chain from the showcase and attempted to place it on the display pad. ...
Subjects wanted following multimillion-dollar jewelry store burglary
Mesquite, TX – On the morning of January 14, 2023, an employee arrived at a jewelry store where they work, and they discovered there was a burglary.
Multiple subjects wanted for gunpoint robbery
Passaic, NJ – On January 6, 2023, at approximately 7:00 p.m., four men and one woman were involved in a gunpoint robbery at a jewelry store. Click within to view footage of the crime.
SMASH AND GRAB – MEMPHIS, TN
On 01/10/23, three subjects entered a jewelry store in a mall and proceeded to smash three display cases with hammers. The subjects took gold bracelets, necklaces, and watches. They fled from the store and then went into a red Dodge Caravan Sport that ha ...
GOLD CHAIN SWITCH – GLENDALE, AZ
On 1/8/23, at approximately 5:20 p.m., a gold chain switch occurred at a retail jewelry store. An unknown male and female approached the location and the male expressed interest in a gold chain. The male subject was handed the gold chain and fumbled ...
Subjects stole up to $2 million worth of jewelry in smash & grab
Brooklyn, NY – On January 8, 2023, at approximately 5:00 p.m., three subjects entered a high-end jewelry store and proceeded to use a hammer to smash through display cases.
GRAB AND RUN – BLUFFTON, SC
On 1/5/23, at approximately 5:30 p.m., a jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. A lone male entered the location and said he was shopping for his Motherâs birthday. The male looked at numerous items throughout the location. Finally ...
GRAB AND RUN – COLUMBUS, OH
On 01/03/2023, at approximately 2:00 p.m., a jewelry kiosk experienced a grab-and-run theft. According to management, a single subject approached the kiosk and asked to look at gold chains.  A single 10K YG 24" Chain was pulled from the display case. ...
GRAB AND RUN – SPOKANE, WA
On 01/01/23, at approximately 5:50 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store for the second time during the evening and expressed interest in gold chains. The subject inquired about a gold chain and was interested in pairing it with another item. Wh ...
ARMED ROBBERY – ELMHURST, NY
On 12/31/2022, at 11:23 a.m., a male subject was seen walking into a jewelry store and he was greeted by the team members. The subject walked to the Bridal showcases and then requested to look at a bridal ring. At that point, the subject removed a weap ...
79-year-old jeweler brutally beaten during robbery
Brooklyn, NY – On December 30, 2022, at approximately 5:00 p.m., a 79-year-old jewelry store owner was in the process of closing his store. Two men then entered the store and proceeded to severely beat the jeweler. Click within to learn more.
DIAMOND SWITCH – KANSAS CITY, MO
On 12/28/22, at approximately 2:30 p.m., a diamond switch occurred at a retail jewelry store. A female subject requested to see a diamond engagement ring. During the presentation, and while holding the requested ring, the subject switched the diamond ...
Two smash and grab robberies in malls 25 miles apart on same day
Virginia Beach, VA – On December 21, 2022, at 1:17 p.m, two subjects committed a robbery at the Lynnhaven Mall in Virginia Beach, VA. At 5:45 p.m. on the same day, two subjects committed a smash and grab at Greenbrier Mall in Chesapeake, VA.
GRAB AND RUN – WINSTON SALEM, NC
On 12/21/222, at 7:15 p.m. a male subject asked to see numerous pieces in a jewelry store. He said that he was shopping for something for his girlfriend. Eventually, he settled on a diamond ring, and the team member was suspicious, so she did not hand it ...
The Biggest Security Mistakes Jewelers Are Making Right Now
New York, NY – On December 20, 2022, National Jeweler published an article in which Jewelers’ Security Alliance President John Kennedy outlined the five common jewelry crimes that are occurring now, and what to do, and what not to do, to mitigate them from occuring. Click within to read the tips.
DISTRACTION THEFT – BARBOURSVILLE, WV
On 12/7/22, at 4:30 p.m., one subject was at a jewelry store's display cases that opens as a sliding shelf onto the sales floor. As the team member was assisting the subject, the subject put his hand in the case and stole a curb bracelet. The police ...
Two subjects wanted for theft of $20,000 watch
Southfield, MI – On December 13, 2022, at approximately 5:09 p.m., two male subjects committed a grab and run theft and stole a high-end watch. Click within to view a news clip about the crime.
DIAMOND SWITCH – HINESVILLE, GA
On 12/13/22, at approximately 6:30 p.m., a jewelry store was the victim of a diamond switch. A lone male entered the location and began looking at diamond solitaire earrings. After looking at several, the male asked to see a particular earring. A t ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – WOODBRIDGE, VA
On 12/10/22, at approximately 1:35 p.m., two subjects committed a distraction theft at a jewelry store. After going to the bridal display, the subject asked to see a particular diamond. The sales associate placed one diamond on their finger and was asked ...
4 suspects arrested following violent smash & grab
Franklin, TN – On December 3, 2022, four male suspects were arrested after the committed a smash and grab robbery at a jewelry store. Click with to learn more and see footage of the crime.
GRAB AND RUN – POOLER, GA
On 12/11/22, at approximately 1:58 p.m., two males entered a jewelry store and looked at menâs rings. While looking at a case they noticed a menâs diamond and gold bracelet. Staff told the men the price and left them alone for a short time. The two s ...
GUNPOINT ROBBERY – JACKSONVILLE, FL
On 10/6/22, at approximately 4:10 p.m., four male subjects committed a gunpoint robbery. The subjects forced employees into the corner of the store. One of the subjects acted as a getaway driver, and another subject brought a bag into the store to steal ...
Police seek help to identify possible
Police describe her as a possible suspect, and they are seeking information regarding her identity.
Employee pistol whipped in gunpoint smash and grab
Jersey City, NJ – On November 27, 2022, at approximately 4:30 p.m. five masked men committed a robbery at a jewelry store. The subjects escaped with $500,000 worth of jewelry and cash.
GLASS LIFT DISTRACTION – ELIZABETH, NJ
On 12/3/22, after 5:50 p.m., a retail jewelry store reported that they found a wire on the salesfloor by the gold showcase. It was discovered that access was gained into the right side of the showcase by pulling the corner of the glass and using the wire ...
GRAB AND RUN – CHANDLER, AZ
On 11/29/22, at approximately 3:00 p.m., a grab and run occurred at a retail jewelry store. Two males entered a store and requested to see a gold chain and pendant combination. As the team member removed both items and was assembling the combination ...
SMASH AND GRAB – LITTLE ROCK, AR
On 11/25/22, at approximately 8:30 p.m., a jewelry store was the victim of a smash and grab robbery. A lone male entered the store on his cell phone and sat at the front bridal case. While on the phone, a second male entered the store and waited near the ...
Security guard shot and killed during robbery
Norman Thomas (featured) was shot a killed by robbers during a gunpoint smash and grab robbery.
Three Miami Men Found Guilty of Pawn Shop Robbery Spree and Murder
Three suspects have been found guilty of a litany of crimes including robbery and murder. Click within to learn more.
DIAMOND SWITCH – ATLANTA, GA
On 10/30/22, a jewelry store was the victim of a diamond switch. A lone male entered the location and wanted to look at two lab-created diamond engagement rings. The team member took the male to the point of sale to check the prices of two rings. The ...
Wanted Distraction Thieves
Rolla, MO – On October 20, 2022, during afternoon hours, two subjects stole several thousand dollars worth of jewelry from a business. Click within to view their images.
SIOUX CITY, IA – SMASH AND GRAB ROBBERY
On 10/29/22, shortly before 1:00 p.m., two male subjects wearing masks and carrying sledgehammers, broke out the glass in a jewelry case at a jewelry store. No one was threatened or injured. The subjects stole jewelry, then fled in a white pickup truck. ...
$1 MILLION JEWELRY STORE ROBBERY – PATTERSON, NJ
On 10/25/22, at approximately 4:00 p.m., three masked subjects committed a gunpoint smash-and-grab robbery at a jewelry store. One of the gunmen followed a female employee as she was entering the store using its security system. The subject forced his way ...
GRAB AND RUN – FAIRVIEW, IL
On 10/23/22, at approximately 12:30 p.m., a grab and run occurred at a retail jewelry store. A male subject requested to see earrings as a gift for his girlfriend. The subject requested to compare two pairs of earrings during the presentation. After ...
1 suspect arrested, and 1 wanted following shooting at jewelry store
Sydney, Australia – On October 24, 2022, at approximately 4:45 p.m., the featured male suspect, identified as 23-year-old Paul Flanagan, entered a jewelry store with a shotgun and hammer. Click within to learn more.
GRAB AND RUN – BLUFFTON, SC
On 10/24/22, at approximately 11:15 a.m., a retail jewelry store was the victim of a grab-and-run theft. A lone male subject entered the store and began looking at diamond rings. The male asked to see a diamond ring and later stated it was more than h ...
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DISTRACTION THEFT – JACKSONVILLE, NC
On 10/13/22, at 3:26 p.m. two male subjects entered a jewelry store and told the sales associate that they needed to purchase a gift to replace a broken bracelet. The two worked together to distract and confuse the team member to a point where one of the ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – STATEN ISLAND, NY
On 10/19/2022, at approximately 7:10 p.m., while a retail team member was closing the store and securing the merchandise, three subjects approached the store and requested face masks. The subjects consisted of one male and two females. The subjects le ...
WACO, TX – ROBBERY
On 10/16/22, at 5:20 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and advised the team it was a robbery. The subject directed the team to open the register and give him the cash. Once that was completed, the subject directed the team to open the diamond c ...
GRAB AND RUN – TUKWILA, WA
On 10/14/22, at approximately 5:05 p.m., a grab-and-run theft occurred at a retail jewelry store. An unknown male approached the store and expressed interest in men's diamond rings. They browsed a few before requesting to "look at the $610 one." Th ...
ARMED ROBBERY – GASTONIA, NC
On 10/14/22, at 1:00 p.m., a male subject was in a retail jewelry store and he was looking at rings. There were other customers in the store at the time, and he waited until they had all left the store. When there were only employees left, he pulled out ...
Jeweler shoots and kills 2 robbers
A witness reported she heard at least 8 shots fired. Click within to learn more.
SNEAK THEFT – MIAMI, FL
On 10/10/22, at 5:13 p.m., a retail jewelry store was the victim of a distraction theft. A male subject was around a countertop spinner display and was able to gain access to remove ten pieces of merchandise. The subject then left. He was described as a ...
Subject wanted for $300,000 burglary
Liberty Lake, WA – On October 10, 2022, at approximately 5:00 p.m. a female subject entered a consignment shop and found a place to hide for three hours. She then stole diamonds, gold, and fine jewelry. Click within to see her images.
SUSPECTS CHARGED FEDERALLY FOR BEVERYLY HILLS, CA ROBBERY
On 10/5/22, three men were indicted by a federal grand jury for their involvement in a brazen smash and grab robbery that occurred at a jewelry store in Beverly Hills, CA on 3/23/22. The suspects, identified as Jimmy Lee Vernon III, 31, Ladell Tharpe, ...
GRAB AND RUN – HENDERSON, NV
On 10/05/22, a grab and run theft occurred at a retail jewelry store. A male subject entered the store and requested to see chains and a matching pendant. During the presentation, a team member presented a chain and pendant to the subject. Upon havi ...
SUBJECTS WANTED FOR SMASH & GRAB ROBBERY – VERNON HILLS, IL
On 10/3/22, in the morning, two subjects committed a smash and grab robbery at a jewelry store. The subjects used hammers to break a glass display case after the store opened. One of the subjects threatened an employee with a hammer when the employee call ...
Subjects commit safe attack burglary
Tolland, CT – Overnight between September 27th and September 28th, 2022, subject(s) broke through a business that is adjacent to a jewelry store. The subjects proceeded to cut through the common wall that the jewelry store and the neighboring business shared. Click within to view a news clip to learn more.
DISTRACTION THEFT – MYRTLE BEACH, SC
On 10/1/22, at approximately 4:25 p.m., a jewelry kiosk was the victim of a distraction theft. Two males entered the location and initially, acted as if they were not together. One of the males approached the gold showcase and began looking at chains a ...
Duo wanted for multiple thefts
This subject and her accomplice are wanted for two thefts.
GRAB AND RUN – THE WOODLANDS, TX
On 9/29/2022, at approximately 10:30 a.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and stated that he was looking for a round solitaire for his second marriage. The associate showed him a few options and the subject kept asking for a larger item. The subje ...
Suspect arrested after bludgeoning jeweler with gun and hammer
He committed a robbery that left a jeweler in the intensive care unit.
SUSPECTS ARRESTED FOR SMASH & GRAB – BEVERLY HILLS, CA
On 9/21/22, the Beverly Hills Police Department announced that three suspects were arrested for committing a smash and grab robbery in March 2022, that netted them millions of dollars worth of jewelry. Two of the suspects were arrested in Long Beach, CA a ...
SMASH AND GRAB ROBBERS WANTED – FAIRFAX COUNTY, VA
Law enforcement in Fairfax County Virginia are currently investigating three jewelry store robberies that occurred at Tyson's Corner Center, the Fair Oaks Mall, and the Springfield Mall, in an effort to assess whether or not the robberies are connected. ...
3 SUSPECTS ARRESTED FOLLOWING BURGLARIES – HOUSTON, TX
Three suspects are in custody after Harris County Precinct 8 deputies responded to a report of a burglary in progress. At approximately 3:30 a.m, three subjects burglarized a jewelry store inside a mall. Responding deputies found the suspects' vehicle acr ...
GRAB AND RUN – MEBANE, NC
On 9/16/22, at approximately 3:41 p.m., a subject went into a jewelry store and said he was looking for a gold chain. The subject looked at a number of different gold chains until he finally settled on the one in question. The subject said that he wanted ...
Masked subjects wanted for smash and grab
Brea, CA – On September 15, 2022, at approximately 11:30 a.m., four masked subjects entered a jewelry store armed with hammers. Click within to learn more.
Subjects wanted for gunpoint smash and grab
McLean, VA – On September 8, 2022, at approximately 2:46 p.m., the Fairfax County Police Department received a call regarding a smash and grab robbery at a jewelry store in a mall.
SNEAK THEFT – YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, NY
On 9/12/22, at approximately 12:00 pm, a jewelry store reported a sneak theft after a subject left the store. The subject was interested in diamond rings and was shown a few on components. While multiple pieces were out for comparison, the subject was ab ...
GRAB AND RUN – HAMMOND, LA
On 9/8/22, at approximately 1:14 p.m., a jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. A lone male entered the location under the pretense of shopping for a bracelet. The subject claimed he was looking for an inexpensive menâs gold bracelet. T ...
SNEAK THEFT – MIAMI, FL
On 9/4/22, a team member noticed that one side of the gold tower spinner was empty. After a review of CCTV, a male subject who has been known to steal from gold spinners in the south Florida market was observed in the store at 8:05 pm on 9/3/22. Further ...
Suspect shot after stabbing employee
This suspect was arrested after stabbing an employee after he attempted to commit a smash and grab robbery.
5 Subjects wanted for smash and grab
Moreno Valley, CA – On August 30, 2022, at 1:31p.m., five subjects were involved in a smash and grab robbery. Click within to learn more.
GRAB AND RUN – MEBANE, NC
On 8/29/22, at 12:47 p.m. a subject entered a jewelry store and told a team member that he was looking to purchase something for either himself or his wife, and he wanted to purchase something nice. He started looking at tennis bracelets, then moved to th ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – ROCHESTER, NY
On 8/25/22, at approximately 1:00 p.m. management of a jewelry kiosk inside a mall noticed rings were missing from a showcase. At 12:45Â p.m., three male subjects were at the kiosk trying on chains. One of the males wanted to try on a diamond necklace. I ...
ATTEMPTED BURGLARY – ENGLEWOOD, CO
On 8/13/22, at approximately 2:00 a.m., six male subjects exited a light-colored minivan and began to throw rocks at a window to gain entry. The window was damaged but did not completely shatter preventing entry into the site. The subjects then fled b ...
POUGHKEEPSIE, NY – GRAB AND RUN
On 8/22/22, at approximately 6:00 p.m., a jewelry store reported a grab and run theft occurred. A lone male subject was looking at chains and charms similar to those he was wearing. After the team member secured the charm on the chain, and the subject tri ...
GRAB AND RUN – LIBERTY TOWNSHIP, OH
On 8/22/22, at approximately 4:30 p.m., a jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. According to management, a single subject entered the store and joked around with the employees. After a few moments, he decided to look at menâs rings. ...
Grab and run thief wanted for at least 11 thefts; JSA Offers reward
Longview, TX – August 20, 2022 – This subject is highly mobile and he is wanted for grab and run thefts in several jurisdictions.
Suspect sentenced to prison for sophisticated multi-million dollar burglary
Brookfield, WI – On August 19, 2022, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Wisconsin issued a press release announcing that James Quinn, 55, of Youngstown, OH was sentenced to 57 months of federal imprisonment for his involvement in a burglary at a jewelry store in Brookfield, WI overnight July 11-12 2016. Click within to learn more.
GRAB AND RUN – MARLBOROUGH, MA
On 8/11/22, at approximately 12:58 p.m., a grab-and-run theft occurred at a retail jewelry store. A lone male subject entered the store and asked to see a gold bracelet. Once the bracelet was in his possession, he fled from the store without payment. He ...
10 subjects wanted for gunpoint smash and grab and use of bear spray
Bronx, NY – On August 10, 2022, at approximately 7:30 p.m., a group of 10 masked subjects used hammers to smash through a jewelry store’s display cases. They also used bear spray repellent to incapacitate employees.
Wanted for gunpoint robbery
Chalmette, LA – On August 4, 2022, at approximately 6:12 p.m., a jewelry store experienced an armed robbery. Click within to view images of the subject.
GRAB AND RUN – COLUMBUS, OH
On 8/9/22, at approximately 1:00 p.m., a retail jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. According to management, a single subject entered the store and asked to look at gold chains and bracelets. The subject picked out a 10K WG 3ct TDW 8 ...
GRAB AND RUN – WOOSTER, OH
On 8/7/22, at approximately 5:00 p.m., a retail jewelry store was the victim of a grab and theft. According to management, a single male subject entered the location after he was previously at another jewelry store in Ashland, Ohio, and left without takin ...
4 subjects wanted following $2 million smash & grab robbery
Bronx, NY – On August 5, 2022, at approximately 2:30 p.m., a male subject was buzzed into a jewelry store, and then he held open the door to allow his three accomplices to gain entry. The three subjects then proceeded to smash showcases with hammers. Click within to see the crime.
GRAB AND RUN – ORANGEBURG, SC
On 8/3/22, at approximately 6:38 p.m., a retail jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. A lone male entered the location and asked to look at gold chains. The team member removed the chain from the showcase. As soon as the male gained ...
GRAB AND RUN – TAYLOR, MI
On 8/3/22, at approximately 2:00 p.m., a jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. According to management, a single male subject entered the location and was asking to look at gold chains and tennis bracelets for a birthday present. The sub ...
BURGLARY – EASTVALE, CA
On 8/3/22, at approximately 3:05 p.m., three male subjects gained entry into a jewelry store via the exterior wall located near the storeâs restroom. The subjects cut through the exterior wall and all exited from the restroom and into the store, where ...
Subjects wanted for smash and grab robbery
Citrus Park, FL – On August 2, 2022, shortly after 1:30 p.m., three masked subjects entered a mall through an employee entrance. Click within to learn what happened next.
Fundraiser following jewelry store worker’s shooting
Anthem, AZ – On July 30, 2022, members of the Anthem, AZ community held a fundraiser for a jewelry store worker who was shot in a violent robbery. Click within to view the news report.
GRAB AND RUN – AUSTIN, TX
On 8/1/22, at approximately 2:40 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and asked to look at high-end watches and chains. He eventually made it over to men's rings. The subject was in the store for about 15 minutes and tried to get the store manager ...
Police in Dubai arrest two suspects after jewelry store burglary
Dubai – On July 3, 2022 two men wore wigs and face masks to commit a burglary at a jewelry store inside of a hotel. Watch the videos within to learn how they committed the crime.
SWITCH THEFT – SUMTER, SC
On 7/30/22, at approximately 6:45 p.m. a retail jewelry store was the victim of a sneak theft. A lone male entered the location and asked to look at gold chains and bracelets. First, he asked to see a bracelet and then moved to chains. The male ask ...
Subjects wanted for smash and grab robbery
Glendale, CA – On July 8, 2022, at approximately 1:11 p.m., a male subject committed a smash and grab robbery at a jewelry store. He was assisted by an accomplice. Click within to see their images.
ROBBERY – NASHUA, NH
On 7/27/22, at approximately 8:24 p.m, an employee at a jewelry kiosk inside a mall experienced an robbery after a lone male asked a team member to see a gold chain. As the team member began to open the drawer and pull out a chain, the subject leaned over ...
GRAB AND RUN – TRUMBULL, CT
On 7/27/22, at approximately 3:30 p.m., a lone male subject approached a jewelry kiosk inside a mall. After walking around the kiosk, the subject requested to look at a gold chain. The team member removed the chain from the showcase and presented it t ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – COLUMBUS, OH
On 7/21/22 at approximately 6:43 p.m. two male customers entered a retail jewelry store together, but were shopping separately, and being shown several pieces each. Eventually, they were together and were shown pieces from the clearance case. While te ...
GRAB AND RUN – ATLANTA, GA
On 7/22/22, at approximately 5:10 p.m., a jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. Two males entered the location and were greeted by a team member. The male, identified below as Subject 1, stated he wanted to look at gold chains. A tea ...
ROBBER ARRESTED AFTER 100 MPH PURSUIT – BENTON CITY, WA
On 7/22/22, at approximately 11:30 a.m., a suspect, later identified as 20-year-old Mark Lauteren, walked into a jewelry store and grabbed several rings. When Lauteren was confronted by employees, he stated that he would use a gun in his pocket. The suspe ...
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GRAB AND RUN – SUMTER, SC
On 7/20/22, at approximately 11:30 a.m., a jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. A lone male entered the location and began looking at gold chains. After looking at several chains, the male stated he needed to go to an ATM. Prior to ...
GRAB AND RUN – GARDEN CITY, NY
On 7/20/2022, around 11:15 a.m., a lone male subject approached a jewelry kiosk and stated he was interested in purchasing a diamond pendant and chain. The subject requested to look at a pendant that was attached to a chain. The team member opened the ...
GRAB AND RUN – STOW, OH
On 7/19/22, between 2:20 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., a jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. According to management, a single subject entered the store and stated that he was looking for an engagement ring so that he could propose that weekend. ...
The 5 Best Practices For IT Security on Your Jewelry Website
New York, NY – On July 19, 2022, Mic Johnson of Latest Hacking News offered 5 best practices that a jeweler can implement to bolster IT security on their website. Click within to see the steps.
SUBJECT JUMPS OVER COUNTER – ALBUQUERQUE, NM
On 7/17/22, at approximately 1:30 p.m., a lone subject entered a jewelry store and then proceeded to wait for help. A team member attempting to assist, had placed his keys in a case lock. At this time, the subject jumped over the counter and gained access ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – COLONIE, NY
On 7/18/22, a retail jewelry store reported a missing chain during inventory counts. Video review showed two Middle Eastern subjects looking at several chains and rings on Sunday, 7/17/22 at 4:00 p,m. The subjects left without making any purchases, howeve ...
Violent fugitives arrested for shooting jeweler
They are accused of committing a violent gunpoint robbery.
SMASH & GRAB – WESTFIELD, IN
On 7/13/22, at approximately 5:00 p.m., three masked subjects entered a jewelry store wearing black hoodies. They then proceeded to commit a smash and grab robbery. Two of the subjects broke into glass display cases while the third subject held the door. ...
GRAB AND RUN – CORAL SPRINGS, FL
On 7/10/22, at approximately 3:15 p.m., two unidentified female subjects approached a jewelry kiosk and stated they were interested in seeing Cuban gold chains. Â Subject 1 asked to see a 24â Cuban chain. When the team member took the chain out, Subject ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – MYRTLE BEACH, SC
On 7/3/22, at approximately 12:32 p.m., a jewelry store was the victim of a distraction theft. Initially, two items were reported as missing after completing case counts. An investigation was initiated into the mysterious disappearance of two Cuban li ...
International diamond trader defrauded business out of millions of dollars
New York, NY – On July 7, 2022, the Manhattan District Attorney, Alving Bragg, Jr. announced that 41-year-old Nehal Modi was convicted for fraudulently obtaining more than $2.6 million worth of jewelry from a wholesale diamond company based in Manhattan, NY. Click within to learn how Modi committed the crime.
Three suspects arrested for robberies targeting traveling jewelry salespeople
This suspect conspired with others to rob members of the jewelry industry.
GRAB AND RUN – NEW PHILADELPHIA, OH
On 7/6/22, at approximately 4:56 p.m., a retail jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. According to management, a single male subject entered the store and asked to look at diamond earrings. The subject was taken over to the display c ...
SMASH & GRAB – JACKSON, TN
On 7/4/22, at approximately 4:15 p.m., a retail jewelry store was the victim of a smash and grab robbery. Five Black adult males entered the store with hammers and immediately began smashing the gold showcase. Two subjects were observed removing gold chai ...
Smash-and-Grab Robbers Hit Booth at TEFAF
Maastricht, Netherlands – On June 28, 2022, at approximately 11:30 a.m., four unmasked men approached the showcase of a jewelry firm specializing in 20th-century European Fine Jewelry at the European Fine Art Fair (TEFAF). Click within to view footage of the crime.
GRAB AND RUN – NORTH LITTLE , AR
A lone male subject entered a jewelry store under the pretense of shopping for a menâs diamond ring and bracelet. The subject gave the name of Devin and claimed to have a budget of $10,000 to spend. Once assisted by team members, the subject was present ...
Jewelry store co-owner shot during robbery
Oak Lawn, IL – On July 1, 2022, at approximately 2:00 p.m., three masked men entered a jewelry store and brandished guns. Click within to learn what occurred next.
SNEAK THEFT – AVENTURA, FL
After team members noticed that a tabletop spinner display was missing, including two full trays of gold hoops, a review of camera footage was completed. A review of footage showed that on 6/27/22 at 5:53 p.m., an unidentified male subject entered a jewel ...
GRAB AND RUN – SNELLVILLE, GA
On 6/28/22, at approximately 12:40 p.m., a jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. Two males entered the location and began looking at gold chains. The males stated they had been working hard and wanted to treat themselves. The males s ...
GRAB AND RUN – MEDFORD, OR
On 6/23/22, at approximately 1:10 p.m., a grab and run occurred at a jewelry store. A male subject entered the store earlier in the day and expressed interest in gold chains and pendants. After browsing shortly, the subject stated he would return afte ...
GRAB & RUN – PEMBROKE PINES, FL
On 6/22/22 at 6:49pn an unidentified female subject approached a jewelry kiosk, and asked to see a diamond gold plated necklace. The team member removed the chain from the case and handed the item to the subject. Once she had possession of the item, the s ...
JSA RELEASES 2021 ANNUAL CRIME REPORT
New York, NY – On June 28, 2022, the Jewelers’ Security Alliance (JSA) released its 2021 Annual Crime Report. Click within to learn about the types of crimes that have been perpetrated against the jewelry industry.
ROBBERY – DAYTONA BEACH, FL
On 6/25/22, at approximately 10:00 a.m, a robbery occurred at a jewelry kiosk inside a mall. After arriving at the location, the team member proceeded to open the gold showcase when the subject jumped over the gate and pushed her away from the showcase. H ...
ARMED ROBBERY – KERMAN, CA
On 6/22/22, in the afternoon, two men and one woman entered a jewelry store. One of the men was armed with a machete and the other man was armed with a sawed-off shotgun. The subjects stole jewelry and cash and escaped in a white pick-up truck. If you h ...
GRAB AND RUN – GRAND RAPIDS, MI
On 6/21/22 at approximately 1:03 p.m.,, a jewelry store had a grab and run theft after a male and female subject approached the store and asked to see gold chains. A 20" curb chain was selected and staff displayed the chain in their hands. The female subj ...
GRAB AND RUN – DUNWOODY, GA
On 6/20/22, at approximately 5:30 p.m. a jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. Two males entered the location and began looking at gold chains. The male in a white Nike hat, identified below as âMain Subjectâ asked about a variety ...
SNEAK THEFT – DAYTON, OH
On 6/11/22, at approximately 3:25 p.m., while a sales associate was showing the subject a component containing bracelets the subject made it fall on the floor and as the team member was picking up the bracelets the subject took one and placed it in his po ...
7 Robbers steal more than $1 million worth of jewelry in 60 seconds
Iselin, NJ – On June 10, 2022, at approximately 7:45 p.m., 7 masked subjects stormed into a jewelry store after an employee walked in. Click within to learn what happened next.
THEFT – VALLEY STREAM, NY
On 6/8/22, at approximately 2:52 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and approached the showcase containing rings. He used a tool to reach between the glass panes, hooked a ring, and removed it from the showcase. As the team member approached, ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – VALENCIA, CA
On 6/5/22, at approximately 5:28 p.m., a jewelry kiosk experienced a distraction theft. While the team member was assisting a guest at one case, another subject reached behind a different case and grabbed a fixture containing 6 diamond rings (silver pl ...
SMASH & GRAB – EL PASO, TX
On 6/6/2022, at approximately 6:30 p.m., a smash and grab occurred at a kiosk inside a mall. Two subjects approached the kiosk and used a metal water bottle to break the glass on one case. The subjects then grabbed at least one display with gold bracelets ...
GRAB AND RUN – MIAMI, FL
On 6/3/22, at approximately 6:10 pm, two ladies went to a jewelry store's diamond section. They asked the employee for a certain Cuban link chain. An employee handed them a 22-inch curb chain with a diamond pendant. After they received the chain, the two ...
GRAB AND RUN – FORT WORTH, TX
On 6/1/22, at approximately 5:50 p.m., a grab and run occurred at a retail jewelry store. The subject entered the store and asked to see wedding rings. He was shown a couple that he did not like and briefly left the store for a phone call. When he returne ...
ARMED ROBBER ARRESTED – PEMBROKE PINES, FL
On 5/29/22 at approximately 5;10 p.m. a male subject entered a jewelry store and stated he was interested in a menâs watch. The subject located one he liked and asked for the price. When the watch was pulled out of the case, the subject asked to see it. ...
SMASH & GRAB – JACKSON, TN
On 5/28/22, at approximately 6:00 p.m., five or six masked subjects in dark clothing entered a jewelry store and proceeded to smash display cases with hammers. Each subject removed jewelry and concealed them on their person. They left the store after appr ...
SMASH & GRAB – BEAUFORT, SC
On 5/28/22, at approximately 3:10 p.m., a jewelry store was the victim of a smash and grab robbery. Two males entered the location and were greeted by a team member. Shortly after, the team member was suspicious and walked toward the second team membe ...
GRAB AND RUN – BLUFFTON, SC
On 5/24/22, at approximately 3:09 p.m., a jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. A lone male entered the store and began looking at gold chains. After several minutes and looking at numerous items, the male requested to see a Miami Cuba ...
Employee struck with hammer after fighting robbbers
Huntington Beach, CA – On May 22, 2022, at around noon, four subjects wearing hoodies entered a jewelry store and proceeded to smash into a display case. Click within to view the dramatic footage of the crime.
SMASH & GRAB – ARLINGTON, VA
On 5/22/22, at approximately 11:20 a.m., a Black male in his mid-thirties came into a jewelry store wearing a black hoodie with a black baseball cap and a black mask with tan-colored pants. After rushing into the store, he then pulled out a hammer and beg ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – PEMBROKE PINES, FL
On 5/21/22, at approximately 3:30 p.m., a female subject approached a jewelry kiosk and stated she was looking for a gift and was interested in seeing chains and bracelets. After a couple of minutes of looking at different items, the subject found two ite ...
GRAB AND RUN – AUBURN, OH
On 5/20/22, at approximately 3:50 p.m., a retail jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. According to management, a single subject entered the store the night before and looked at several items. He returned on 5/20/22 and stated that he ...
CHESTERFIELD, MO – GRAB AND RUN
On 05/18/22, at approximately 11;53 a.m., a male subject accompanied with a female subject, entered a jewelry store under the pretense of shopping for and engagement ring. The male subject requested to see two rings for comparison. A third ring was th ...
SWITCH THEFT – TAMPA, FL
On 5/18/22, at 4:10 p.m. a male subject approached a jewelry kiosk. The assistant manager asked if he could help him but the subject specifically asked for a female team member to help him. The subject asked to see earrings, but while at the earring displ ...
Smash & Grab robbers strike jeweler and wife with hammer in violent robbery
El Monte, CA – On May 17, 2022, at approximately 1:15 p.m., three subjects wearing masks and hoodies entered a jewelry store and proceeded to smash display cases with hammers.
SNEAK THEFT – LITHONIA, GA
On 5/11/22, team members discovered several earrings were missing from a top-of-counter fixture that was present the day before. Subsequently, CCTV was reviewed and employees determined that a sneak theft occurred at 5:18 p.m e.t. the day before. A lo ...
SNEAK THEFT – GOODLETTSVILLE, TN
On 5/14/2022, at approximately 12:27 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store in a mall and proceeded to inspect several showcases. When he saw the team members busy assisting other guests, the subject approached a display showcase on the sales floor ...
SUBJECT WANTED FOR GUNPOINT ROBBERY – CAMP HILL, PA
On 5/10/22, at 4:56 p.m., the Lower Allen Township Police Department received a report regarding an armed robbery. Surveillance images captured the subject who displayed a gun during the commission of a jewelry store robbery. The subject was described as ...
3 suspects arrested within 1 hour of brazen smash and grab robbery
Yonkers, NY – On May 12, 2022, at approximately 5:20 p.m., four subjects used a sledgehammer and crowbar to smash through a jewelry store’s display window. Click within to view the dramatic footage.
GRAB AND RUN – CLEVELAND, OH
On 5/12/22, at approximately 7:30 p.m., a jewelry store was the victim of a grab-and-run theft. According to management, a single subject entered the store and asked to look at a bracelet and then stated that he would like to use his account for half of ...
Subjects pepper sprayed employees, and commited smash & grab
Sunrise, FL – On April 27, 2022, at approximately 8:45 p.m., three subjects entered a jewelry store inside a mall. A female subject pepper-sprayed employees, while her accomplices smashed a display case containing watches. Click within to view the video.
GRAB & RUN – CHESAPEAKE, VA
On 5/11/22, at approximately 5:30 p.m., a male subject asked to see multiple bracelets. He removed one from the case and then then the subject snatched multiple pieces from the display pillow. The subject appeared to be between 20 to 25 years old. He st ...
VICTIM SHOOTS HIMSELF IN LEG DURING ROBBERY – BRONX, NY
On 5/10/22, in the afternoon, a 24-year-old male was browsing items in a jewelry store. Two male subjects then entered the store and attempted to grab a chain from the victim's neck. The victim brandished a handgun. In the process of attempting to defend ...
Smash & grab robber accidently pepper sprayed himself
Merced, CA – On May 6, 2022, at approximately 3:25 p.m., a male subject, later identified as 39-year-old Stephan Stanley, allegedly smashed a jewelry display case inside of a department store.
Employee of jewelry company stole $2.8 million from employer
He stole from his former employer to fund his lifestyle.
GRAB AND RUN – COLONIAL PARK, PA
On 5/9/22, at approximately 4:30 pm a male and female entered a jewelry store separately and engaged two different sales associates in showing them gold chains and gold bracelets. Both subjects wanted team members to show them multiple pieces at the sa ...
Subject wanted for gunpoint robbery
This subject brandished a gun and then stole jewelry.
GRAB AND RUN – AURORA, OH
On 5/1/22, a retail jeweler was the victim of a grab-and-run theft. According to management, a single subject entered the store and explained that he was looking for a Mother's Day gift and he wanted to look at a specific collection. The subject was s ...
Armed men rob jewelry boutique, flee on motorcycles
Paris, France – On May 5, 2022, at approximately 3:00 p.m., a group of at least four men were involved in a robbery at a high-end store that sells jewelry and watches.
JEWELRY SWITCH – DORAL, FL
On 5/4/22, at approximately 12:15 p.m., a male subject committed a switch where he took a jewelry store's gold chain. The subject asked to see a gold chain and while in possession of the chain, he dropped it in his shopping bag and handed the sales associ ...
Jewelry store smash & grab connected to 18 other crimes
Bronx, NY – On May 1, 2022, at approximately 4:00 p.m, a subject used a sledgehammer to smash through a jewelry store’s display window. Click within to view footage of the crime.
GRAB AND RUN – HIALEAH, FL
On 5/4/22Â at 4:48 p.m., a male subject approached a jewelry kiosk asking to see a 24â 10 KT Gold Chain. The team member showed it to him, and the subject asked for a mirror. The subject was given the mirror and while trying it on he asked for the pric ...
Members of Organized Retail Theft Ring Plead Guilty
Oakland, CA – On April 29, 2022, the California Attorney General, Rob Bonta, announced the guilty pleas of two suspects and filed charges against a third individual for their involvement in a theft ring that stole more than $1 million worth of jewelry. Click within to read the Attorney General’s press release.
SMASH & GRAB – WICHITA, KS
On 05/01/22, at approximately 4:06 p.m., a smash and grab robbery occurred at a retail jewelry store. A male subject entered the site for approximately two minutes, loitering around the outer showcases by the mall egress. The subject then breached one ...
GRAB & RUN – COLORADO SPRINGS, CO
On 4/27/22, at approximately 7:45 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store under the pretense of shopping. He stated that he just received his tax returns and wanted to see a bracelet and necklace. During the presentation, the subject placed a nec ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – ELMHURST, NY
On 4/23/22, at approximately 6:57 p.m, a male subject entered a jewelry store with a minor child. They approached the menâs fashion showcase. After being greeted, the subject requested to view an item from the showcase. The team member unlocked t ...
GRAB AND RUN – BALTIMORE, MD
On 1/25/22, at approximately 1:20 p.m,, a customer a approached a jewelry kiosk and was acting very impatient. When he was finally being helped, he selected two chains to be purchased. He was insistent on trying both chains on at the same time, but th ...
GLASS LIFT THEFT – COMMERCE, CA
On 3/23/22, at approximately 12:19 p.m two subjects committed a glass lift theft. After initially receiving a report of a mysterious loss of 3 gold chains based on a case count, an investigation was initiated. It was later discovered via video review th ...
GLASS LIFT DISTRACTION – BUFFALO, NY
On 4/20/22, at approximately 5:11 p.m., a retail jewelry store was the victim of a glass life. After a review of video footage, it was determined that two subjects entered the location and proceeded to the display case containing gold merchandise, which ...
JSA Offers $5,000 reward following homicide
Queens, NY – On April 17, 2022, Arasb Shoughi, 60, a pawnshop owner, died as a result of injuries he sustained during a violent robbery on March 28, 2022. Click within to learn more.
Update: Suspect arrested following brutal murder of pawnshop owner
This suspect was arrested and charged with murder following the death of a pawnshop owner.
3 subjects wanted for $450,000 theft
New York, NY – On April 14, 2022, shortly before 3:00 p.m., two females and one male subject entered a jewelry store in New York’s Diamond District. They then proceeded to secretly steal a large amount of jewelry.
SMASH & GRAB – MANSFIELD, TX
Four subjects entered a jewelry store and walked immediately to the gold cases. Within seconds of entry, one of the subjects pulled a hammer from the waistband of his pants and began smashing the gold cases. Two subjects also kicked the cases until the gl ...
ARMED ROBBERY – CANOGA PARK, CA
On 4/16/22, at approximately 10:00 a.m., a male subject approached a jewelry kiosk inside of a mall and indicated he wanted to buy something for his girlfriend and requested to look at gold and diamonds. After being shown 3 different pendants he then re ...
6 Smash & Grab Robbers Arrested After Multiple Robberies
6 men were arrested for brazen smash & grabs targeting multiple businesses.
Wanted gunpoint smash & grab robbers
They are wanted for several robberies. Click within to learn more.
GUNPOINT SMASH & GRAB – BOULDER, CO
On 4/13/22, at approximately 3:50 p.m., three male subjects entered a jewelry store. One of the subjects brandished a firearm while another subject used a hammer to smash a jewelry case. Two of the subjects proceeded to steal jewelry from the cases. A fou ...
Second jewelry store robbed in New York’s 43rd precinct in consecutive days
Bronx, NY – On April 4, 2022, a jewelry store was robbed by two men at gunpoint. The subjects stole two Rolex watches, a diamond ring, and diamond studs.
GRAB & RUN – ALBANY, NY
On 4/7/22, at approximately 4:51 p.m, a lone male subject entered a jewelry store and stated he was interested in menâs fashion rings. After looking at a few items from the menâs diamond fashion and clearance cases, the subject stated he was interes ...
5 subjects wanted for brazen smash & grab
New York, NY – On April 3, 2022, five subjects used a sledgehammer to smash through a jewelry store’s display window, where they stole $50,000 worth of jewelry. Click within to view footage of the crime.
One Man Pleads Guilty in Fatal Robbery of CT Jeweler
New York, NY – On April 7, 2022, Lenore Fedow of National Jeweler wrote an article about 58-year-old Robert Rallo who was involved in the robbery-homicide of jeweler Marco Vuono, in his store in March 2020. Click within to read the article.
GRAB AND RUN – STREETWATER, FL
On 4/5/22, at approximately 6:03 p.m., a grab and run theft was committed at a retail jewelry store. The subject entered at 6:01 p.m. and told the team member she was looking for timepieces for her and her husband. At 6:02 p.m.., a high-end watch was r ...
SMASH & GRAB – WESTMINSTER, CA
On 4/4/22, at approximately 3:52 p.m., a retail jewelry store experienced a smash & grab. At 3:22 pm a subject believed to be connected to the robbery entered the store and examined the gold chains and earrings area. The subject then asked if the ...
GRAB AND RUN – TRUMBULL, CT
On 4/1/22, at approximately 6:04 p.m, a male subject entered a jewelry store and walked towards the gold chain showcase. The subject expressed interest in gold necklaces. After looking at a couple of necklaces, the team member presented a 22" Miami C ...
Don’t Leave Jewelry in the Car, JSA Reminds Traveling Salespeople
New York, NY – On April 4, 2022, Michelle Graff of National Jeweler, published an article regarding recent thefts of jewelry from vehicles. Click within to read the article.
GRAB & RUN – SUMTER, SC
On 3/31/22, at approximately 1:45 p.m., a jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. A lone male subject entered the location and inquired about gold chains. After viewing several items, the male requested to see a 22" Cuban necklace. T ...
GRAB & RUN – ELYRIA, OH
On 3/30/22, at approximately 6:20 p.m., a jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. According to Management, a single subject entered the store and asked to look at lab-created earrings and attempted to have the employee remove multiple pair ...
Security guard fires shots at grab & run thief
Kimberly, WI – On March 28, 2022, at approximately 2:00 p.m, a male subject entered a jewelry store and then stole bullion of gold by committing a grab and run. ‘The store’s armed private security guard chased the subject. Click within to learn more.
DISTRACTION THEFT – LONGVIEW, TX
On 3/27/22, at approximately 4:05 p.m., a distraction theft occurred at a jewelry store. A male and female subject entered the store and requested to view gold chains. While a team member was working with both subjects after the showcase was opened, t ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – WOODBRIDGE, NJ
On 3/17/22, at approximately 6:00 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store. They began looking at men's wedding bands and asked to see a ring from one case. While the case was opened, one of the subjects distracted the sales associate by asking to s ...
GRAB AND RUN – NATIONAL CITY. CA
On 3/23/22, at approximately 11:28 a.m, a male subject entered a jewelry store and asked to look at a thick rope gold chain. As the team member selected the chain and was about to hand it to the subject, the subject grabbed it and ran off. The subject w ...
GRAB & RUN – ST. LOUIS, MO
On 3/17/2022, at approximately 1:10 p.m., a retail jewelry store experienced a grab and run theft. Â Upon entry to the store, the subject was offered a seat and was shown a ring he requested to see. Â After viewing the ring, the subject started to hand th ...
Smash & Grab robbers escape with between $3 to $5 million worth of jewelry
Beverly Hills, CA – On March 22, 2022, shortly before 2:00 p.m., five subjects arrived at a jewelry store in a stolen car and proceeded to commit a smash and grab robbery. Click within to view footage of the crime.
GUNPOINT ROBBERY – GLADSTONE, MO
On 3/19/2022, shortly after 10:00 p.m., two male subjects entered a jewelry store and held employees at gunpoint. The subjects took numerous items of jewelry and then fled from the store. One subject wore a black stocking cap, a black hoodie, blue jeans, ...
GRAB & RUN – ALBUQUERQUE, NM
On 3/17/2022, at approximately 4;00 p.m., a grab and run occurred at a retail jewelry store. The subject approached the kiosk and asked to see a gold chain with a charm. The team member showed the subject the selected items and once they were in the sub ...
9 people held hostage during gunpoint smash & grab robbery
Glendale, AZ – On March 16, 2022, four male suspects entered a jewelry store. The subjects forced an employee to lead them to the safe at gunpoint. Click within to learn what happened next.
FOUR SUBJECTS ARRESTED AFTER SMASH AND GRAB – GLENDALE, AZ
On 3/16/2022, at 6:45 p.m., a smash and grab armed robbery occurred at a retail jewelry store. Four subjects entered the store armed with handguns and a taser. They proceeded to break glass cases and put merchandise in bags. When the subjects went outside ...
SMASH & GRAB – LAUREL, MD
On 3/15/2022, at 11:40 a.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and proceeded to the diamond showcase. A team member asked if he needed assistance, and he stated he was looking. He then removed a hammer from a red backpack he carried into the store. ...
9 subjects commit brazen smash & grab
San Jose, CA – On March 14, 2022, at approximately 11:50 a.m., a group of 9 subjects ran into a jewelry store and proceeded to smash display cases containing jewelry. Click within to view footage of the crime.
SMASH & GRAB – TUKWILA, WA
On 3/9/22, a male subject entered a department store and proceeded to the fine jewelry department. Once he stopped at a display case, he removed a rock-in-sock from his bag and then threw it against the case until he gained entry. The subject then selecte ...
GRAB AND RUN – MONROE, MI
On 3/9/22, at approximately 2:45 p.m., a jewelry store called the police after a male subject committed a grab and run. At 2:40 p.m., a male subject asked to see engagement rings. As a female employee was assisting him, he reached over and grabbed the rin ...
Dramatic footage of daytime vehicle smash raid
Birmingham, England – On March 3, 2022, at around noon, several subjects rammed a maintenance vehicle into the front of a jewelry store.
GRAB AND RUN – SCOTTSDALE, AZ
On 3/7/22, at 7:00 p.m., a male subject approached a jewelry kiosk and asked to see a particular gold chain. Once the chain was in the subject's hands, he fled with the item. The subject is Hispanic and 5'9" to 5'10", with dark brown hair. He is in his 20 ...
Two subjects wanted for distraction theft
Have you seen this subject and his accomplice? They stole a high-end watch.
GRAB & RUN – LAS CRUCES, NM
On 3/6/22, at approximately 4;00 p.m., a grab and run occurred at a retail jewelry store. A male subject entered the store and asked to see a gold chain. The team member assisted the subject and showed him the selected chain and also showed him a second c ...
GRAB & RUN – REHOBOTH BEACH, DE
On 3/8/22, at approximately 10:52 a.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see diamond rings. He was shown several close-out items and ultimately selected a ring. He continued to look at other items and came back and asked to hold the ...
SNEAK THEFT – PEMBROKE PINES, FL
On 3/2/22, at approximately 6:16 p.m., a carousel of approximately 60 gold earrings was stolen from a retail jewelry store. While two team members were assisting guests, a male subject entered the store and placed the carousel in a bag, and exited. The s ...
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10 subjects wanted for gunpoint smash and grab robbery
Roseville, CA – On March 4, 2022, at approximately 12:30 p.m., a group of 10 subjects between the ages of 16-22, went into a jewelry store and smashed display cases. Click within to learn more.
THEFT – PORTLAND, OR
On 3/3/22, at 8:00 p.m., a grab and run occurred at a jewelry store. A male subject approached the store prior to closing and inquired about diamond engagement rings. The subject selected a gold ring and attempted to purchase the item. His debit card ...
GRAB AND RUN – MEDINA, OH
On 2/28/22, at approximately 5:36 p.m., a retail jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. According to management, a single male subject entered the location and asked to see 2 ct. diamond stud earrings. The subject was shown 2 ct. lab cr ...
GRAB AND RUN – VERO BEACH, FL
On 3/1/22, at approximately 6:53 p.m. an unidentified male subject entered a retail jewelry store and stated he was looking for a gift for his Fatherâs birthday and made his way to menâs rings. Once at the rings section, he selected a ring and asked t ...
ROBBERY – FRESNO, CA
On 2/4/22, at approximately 7:05 p.m. two male subjects approached a jewelry kiosk at a mall whereupon each was assisted by a separate team member. Subject #1 asked to see a diamond pendant and gold necklace together. After being informed by the team ...
GRAB AND RUN – TORRANCE, CA
Upon approaching a jewelry kiosk inside a mall, a subject asked to view a chain and charm. When the team member completed his piercing, he assisted the subject by pulling out the requested chain and charm and placing it on a presentation pad. When the ...
SNEAK THEFT- BRONX, NY
On 2/21/22, at approximately 5:02 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and approached a showcase containing rings. He used a tool to slide between the glass drawers to pull rings from the showcase. After doing so, the subject exited the store. ...
FOUR SUBJECTS WANTED FOR ARMED ROBBERY – WARREN, MI
On 2/22/22, at approximately 1:17 p.m., four subjects entered a jewelry store and disarmed the security guard at gunpoint. One of the subjects then smashed several display cases with a hatchet. The subjects stole the guard's handgun, along with several wa ...
International distraction thieves wanted for multiple thefts
Cookeville, TN – On January 31, 2021, at approximately 6:30 p.m., two women identified as Andreia Anghel and Marioara Munteanu committed a distraction theft at a jewelry store. They stole $27,000 worth of jewelry. Click within to hear JSA President John Kennedy’s interview about these suspects.
SMASH & GRAB – TINLEY, IL
On 2/21/22, at approximately 2:57 p.m., two subjects entered a retail jewelry store and approached the case with gold chains. One subject requested to see a chain and charm he liked. He then asked the team member to put the charm on the chain so he could ...
GRAB AND RUN – BURFORD, GA
On 2/16/22, at approximately 7:42 p.m, a jewelry store was the victim of a top-of-counter (spinner) theft. At closing, a team member began placing sheets over the showcases and realized a spinner was missing from the showcase. After reviewing video, i ...
ROBBER SHOT – COLORADO SPRINGS, CO
On 2/16/22, at approximately 5:40 p.m., a male subject was shot by a jewelry store employee, in what has been reported as a robbery. The subject is believed to have been dropped off at a hospital. The subject's injuries are not life-threatening and this i ...
GRAB AND RUN – PORTLAND, OR
On 2/14/2022, at approximately 6:40 p.m., a grab and run occurred at a retail jewelry store. An unknown male subject approached the store earlier in the day and worked with a different team member, browsing gold chains. The subject later returned whi ...
GRAB AND RUN – TROY, MI
On 2/15/2022, at approximately 2:00 p.m.,, a retail jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. Two subjects entered the store asking to see a diamond bracelet, then matching earrings and ultimately a matching diamond engagement ring. One of ...
GRAB AND RUN – ARCADIA, CA
On 2/10/22, at approximately 12:00 p.m, a group of 5-6 male subjects walked into a jewelry store, briefly browsed around, and exited. At approximately 3:00 pm the same subjects re-entered the store requesting to see chains. The primary subject was the ...
Distraction thieves steal $18,000 worth of jewelry
Nashville, TN – On February 9, 2022, a male subject entered a jewelry store and proceeded to ask for help. As he conversed with an associate, two other subjects entered the store and proceeded to secretly steal 36 items of jewelry.
Suspect arrested for $1 million smash & grab robbery
Chicago, IL- On February 4, 2022, 38-year-old Carlos Valliant was arrested for his involvement in a smash and grab robbery of high-end watches at a car dealership. The robbery occurred on December 11, 2021. Click within to learn more.
FLORAL PARK, NY – ROBBER SENTENCED TO 23 LIFE SENTENCES
On 2/9/22, 43-year-old Justice Brunston was sentenced to 23 years to life in prison today for committing an armed robbery at a jewelry store on 2/10/17. At 2:00 p.m., a female subject was buzzed into the store and she was accompanied by Brunston and an ac ...
GRAB & RUN – WESTMINSTER, CO
On 2/8/22, at 5:40 p.m., a grab and run occurred at a jewelry store. A male subject entered the site under the pretense of shopping for a Valentine's gift. The subject stated that he had received funds from his tax return to make the purchases. During ...
GRAB & RUN – RIDGELAND, MS
On 2/8/22, at 6:56 p.m., a jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. A lone male approached the lease line with the pretense of shopping for gold chain pendants. The subject was interested in a rose gold pendant from the showcase. The team mem ...
10-15 subjects wanted for smash & grab robbery
Merced, California – On February 8, 2022, just before 1:00 p.m., 10-15 subjects wearing masks and wielding hammers, smashed a jewelry store’s display cases.
SMASH & GRAB – TULALIP, WA
On 2/6/22, at approximately 3:00 p.m., a smash and grab robbery occurred at a retail jewelry store. A male subject entered the store and immediately produced a hammer from his jacket pocket, and began to smash the first three showcases upon entry to the ...
3 suspects arrested for 8 crimes at jewelry stores
Greece, NY – On February 4, 2022, several law enforcement agencies including the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office in New York held a press conference where they enumerated the crimes committed by three suspects over a period of 27 days. Click within to view the press conference.
SMASH & GRAB – ORLANDO, FL
On 2/6/22, at approximately 11:15 a.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and immediately placed a smoke bomb on a showcase and detonated it. Smoke filled the air and team members and guests fled from the store. The subjects proceeded to smash the disp ...
GRAB AND RUN – DURHAM, NC
On 2/2/22, at approximately 3:30 p.m., a male subject came into a retail jewelry store. When he was greeted, he went directly to the menâs rings. It appeared that he knew exactly what he wanted. He pointed out the ring in question which was a men's 5 ...
GRAB AND RUN – SCOTTSDALE, AZ
On 1/31/2022, at 12:50 p.m., a grab and run occurred at a jewelry store. The subject entered the store and asked to see a sterling silver chain. The team member showed him the chain and once it was in his possession, the subject fled with the item. The Sc ...
GRAB AND RUN – MONROEVILLE, PA
On 2/1/22, at approximately 12:55 p.m, a male subject approached a jewelry kiosk in a mall and asked to look at gold chains. After the subject was shown several chains, one at a time, he decided on a 26" Chain. The subject then asked to see a charm wi ...
Subjects wanted for vehicle smash burglary
Escondido, CA – On January 26, 2022, at approximately 1:30 a.m, two subjects drove a Volkswagen SUV into a jewelry store, where they proceeded to steal jewelry. Click within to learn more.
Subject wanted for stealing more than $50,000 in smash and grab
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SMASH & GRAB – SAN JOSE, CA
On 1/28/22, at approximately 1:30 p.m., a smash and grab robbery occurred at a retail jewelry store. A single male subject approached the store and remained for a few minutes, looking at gold chains inside of the showcase. The subject then stepped bac ...
ATTEMPED SMASH & GRAB – AUBURN, WA
On 1/26/22, at approximately, 4:30 p.m., a smash and grab armed robbery attempt occurred at a retail jewelry store. A male subject entered the location and approached a showcase containing gemstones. He produced a tool and attempted to smash the top o ...
THEFT OF SPINNER – ST. PETERS, MO
On 1/22/22, at approximately 12:30 p. m., a Black male subject entered a jewelry store. He pulled out a wire clipper from his jacket and clipped the wire that was securing a large merchandise spinner. Video captured the subject with the entire plastic u ...
Robbers stole up to $1 million in smash and grab
Newport Beach, CA – On January 24, 2022, at approximately 3:30 p.m., four subjects entered a high-end jewelry store, smashed display cases, and then stole up to $1 million worth of jewelry.
SMASH AND GRAB – SAN BRUNO, CA
On 1/24/22, at approximately 7:00 p.m., several subjects broke display cases and stole jewelry from a jewelry store. This smash and grab occurred days after an attempted smash and grab at the same mall on 1/21/22 that involved five subjects. At least one ...
DES PERES, MO – DIAMOND SWITCH
On 1/20/22, at approximately 1:26 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store under the pretense of shopping for earrings for his wife. The subject requested to see the largest carat size without screw backs. The sales associate presented a set of sq ...
GRAB AND RUN – SAN BERNARDINO, CA
On 1/20/22, at approximately 10:30 a.m., four individuals approached a jewelry kiosk and asked to see a gold chain. The sales associate began to discuss payment options and three of the subjects walked away. The subject who stayed asked to see a diamo ...
Defendant Pleads Guilty In Manhattan Federal Court To Armed Robbery Scheme
Victor Rivera was responsible for 11 robberies. Click within to learn the details of the crimes.
GRAB AND RUN – BUFORD, GA
On 1/14/22, at approximately 7:00 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see a specific ring. He then quickly asked to see a chain as well. The associate walked him to the chains and as he tried one on, he asked to see if the ring matc ...
GRAB AND RUN – STAMFORD, CT
On 1/18/2022, at 10:51 a.m., a lone male subject entered a retail jewelry store. After being greeted, the subject stated he was interested in purchasing an engagement ring for his girlfriend. The subject requested to look at a ring. The team member ...
GRAB AND RUN – TACOMA, WA
On 1/13/22, at approximately 3:30 p.m., a grab and run theft occurred at a retail jewelry store. A male subject approached the store and stayed near the outer lease line, browsing watches. The team member offered assistance, and the subject expressed ...
Robbers use bear spray in attempted robbery
Los Angeles, CA – On January 14, 2022, at approximately 5:35 p.m., five masked subjects entered a jewelry store in a mall and then proceeded to use bear spray or pepper spray to incapacitate the store’s employees.
BURGLARY – BAKERSFIELD, CA
On 1/13/22, at approximately 9 a.m., as team members approached a jewelry kiosk, they observed cases 2 and 3 were broken into from the front of the cases. The team members could visibly see that merchandise had been stolen from case 3. Case 2 was smas ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – CANTON, OH
On 1/12/22, at approximately 4:27 p.m. a retail jewelry store was the victim of a distraction theft. Two male subjects entered the store at 4:15 p.m. and were assisted by an employee at the display case containing diamond earrings. Subject #1 asked to ...
Subject used smoke bomb in attempted robbery
The Salem New Hampshire police are seeking assistance in identifying this subject.
Authorities provide insight on “crime tourists” and their method of operating
Fairfax County, VA – On January 11, 2022, the Washington Post’s Justin Jouvenal, published an article titled “‘Crime tourists’: An international spree targets D.C. area’s wealthy Asian residents.” Click within to read the article about criminal groups that target residential homes and jewelry stores.
ROBBERY – TUKWILA, WA
On 1/11/22, at approximately 11:35 a.m., a robbery occurred at a retail jewelry store. A male subject approached the store, where he remained for 10-15 minutes. While the team member was working on the cash registers, the subject stated "put all the m ...
Subjects wanted after displaying gun during robbery
The Falls Church Police Department is seeking information on this subject and his accomplice.
GRAB AND RUN – EL PASO, TX
On 1/10/22, at approximately 7:00 p.m., a grab and run occurred at a retail jewelry store. A male subject approached a jewelry kiosk inside of a mall and asked to see gold chains. He was shown chains one at a time and then asked to see multiple at once. H ...
GRAB AND RUN – WALDORF, MD
On 1/9/22, at approximately 1:50 p.m., a grab and run theft occurred at a retail jewelry store. A lone male subject entered the store under the pretense of shopping for engagement rings. During the presentation, the subject wanted to compare two rings, on ...
GRAB & RUN – HOUSTON, TX
On 1/6/22, at approximately 3:47 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and walked around for a few minutes before leaving. He returned about 10 minutes later and asked about 2-carat earrings. The subject was shown some of the store's lab-created d ...
SMASH & GRAB – CABAZON, CA
On 1/5/22, at approximately 1:16 p.m., three male subjects entered a jewelry store and immediately breached two showcases using a hammer. Subjects one and two placed high-end watches and gold chains into a backpack being maintained by subject three. T ...
8 to 10 subjects rush into store, commit takeover robbery, then smash display cases
San Jose, CA – On January 3, 2022, at approximately 3:30 p.m., between 8 to 10 subjects rushed into a jewelry store. They demanded everyone to get on the ground, and then they breached display cases with hammers.
4 robbers arrested after using bear spray
Jonathan Williamson and his three accomplices were arrested after a failed smash and grab.
THEFT – NORTH CHARLESTON, SC
On 1/4/22, at approximately 12:24 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and began looking at various items throughout the store. He stated he was shopping for his girlfriend. After several minutes, the male asked to see a ring. A team member ...
SMASH & GRAB – WESTMINSTER, CO
On 1/3/22, at approximately 5:00 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and immediately used a hammer to breach a showcase containing gold chains. The subject then fled the location and exited the mall area in a black BMW with yellow brake calipe ...
Dresden jewelry theft suspects prepare for trial
Berlin, Germany – January 3, 2022 – The Dresden state court has announced that six men will go on trial on January 28, 2022. The six suspects are accused of taking part in a break-in at the Green Vault Museum in Germany on November 25, 2019.
SMASH & GRAB – ALBUQUERQUE, NM
On 12/30/21, at approximately 11:15 a.m., a Hispanic male subject committed a smash and grab robbery at a retail jewelry store. After entering the store, the subject walked directly to the men’s diamond rings. He then brandished a sledgehammer and broke t ...
BURGLARY – EUGENE, OR
On 12/27/21, at approximately 6:43 p.m., a burglary occurred at a jewelry store. Two unknown subjects entered the mall after it had been closed for an emergency closing due to inclement weather. Both were seen heading directly towards the store. One m ...
GRAB & RUN – STOCKTON, CA
On 12/23/21, at approximately 2:10 p.m., two males entered a jewelry store and expressed interest in gold chains and bracelets. Both subjects looked at several items, at one point each requesting to view an item. The team member informed them only on ...
San Mateo district attorney speaks on smash & grabs and retail crime
San Mateo, CA – December 23, 2021 – San Mateo District Attorney Stephen Wagstaffe recently gave an interview in which he addressed the surge in smash and grab robberies in California. Click within to hear how the smash and grabs groups are operating.
SMASH & GRAB – TRACY, CA
On 12/21/21, at approximately 8:17 p.m., three to four Black male subjects used sledgehammers to smash a jewelry store's display cases inside of a mall. They then took jewelry and then escaped. Limited information was provided. If you have any information ...
SUSPECT STOLE $200k IN JEWELRY – SANTA FE, NM
On 12/20/21, early in the morning, a burglar alarm went off at a store that sells jewelry. Police responded and found the suspect, Edgar Guzman running from the crime scene. Guzman was found with 100 pieces of jewelry worth $200,000 in his backpack. Click ...
GRAB AND RUN – AUBURN, WA
On 12/16/21, at approximately 1:00 p.m., a grab and run occurred at a retail jewelry store. A male subject entered the location and requested to view men’s yellow gold rings. When shown a lower-priced one, the subject requested to view a higher-priced rin ...
SMASH & GRAB – AUSTIN, TX
On 10/18/21, at approximately 8:33 p.m., officers from the Austin Police Department responded to reports of subjects breaking glass cases and stealing jewelry from a jewelry store at a mall. The incident initially led some to think they "possibly" heard s ...
Suspect in triple homicide pleads guilty
Jackson, MS – On December 16, 2021, the US Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Mississippi issued a press release announcing Joshua Garcia, 42, has pleaded guilty to a triple homicide at a pawnshop.
BURGLARY – PLEASANT PRAIRIE, WI
On 12/16/21, a jewelry store was the victim of a burglary. At approximately 5:08 a.m., a vehicle was seen pulling up in front of the store. At 5:08 a.m., an unknown male subject approached the store and used an object to break out a small front glass wind ...
Multiple jewelry stores targeted in burglaries
Medford, MA – Overnight between December 11 and 12, 2021, several subjects committed burglaries at multiple jewelry stores.
GRAB & RUN – AUBURN, WA
On 12/14/21, at approximately 2:20 p.m., a grab and run occurred at a retail jewelry store. Two unknown male subjects entered the store and requested to view 18k gold chains. When informed the store didnât carry 18k gold chains, the subjects requested ...
Two subjects wanted for $250,000 smash and grab robbery
National City, CA – On December 14, 2021, at approximately 2:15 p.m., two male subjects wearing ski masks and hoodies smashed a display case at a jewelry kiosk inside a mall. The subjects stole approximately $250,000 worth of jewelry. The robbery was initially reported as an active shooter situation. Click within to learn what happened next.
SMASH & GRAB ROBBER SENTENCED TO 7 YEARS – ERIE, PA
On 12/9/21, U.S. District Judge Susan Paradise Baxter sentenced 38-year-old Devon Ashley Edwards to 7 years in prison for his involvement in a smash and grab robbery at a jewelry store in Millcreek Township, PAÂ on or about 11/19/18. Edwards, along with ...
GRAB AND RUN – LIVINGSTON, NJ
On 12/11/21, at approximately 2:25 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and was greeted by a team member. The subject asked to see gold chains and was taken to the display case. He tried on one chain and asked to try on another to see the layered eff ...
Subjects wanted for multi-million dollar smash & grab
Chicago, IL – On December 11, 2021, around noon, two men entered a Rolls Royce, Bentley, and Lamborghini car dealership. One of the subjects used a hammer to smash a display case that contained luxury watches. Click within to see the footage.
SUBJECTS WANTED FOR $300K GUNPOINT ROBBERY – BRONX, NY
On 12/7/21, at approximately 4:oo p.m., after entering a jewelry store, two subjects brandished pistols. One of the guns had an extended magazine. The subjects went to the counter that had the heaviest gold chains. They demanded the owner give them the je ...
GOODLETTSVILLE, TN – SNEAK THEFT
On 12/3/21, at approximately 3:00 p.m., a jewelry store noticed a cut security cable and the gold earring spinner case missing from the top of the showcase. Upon reviewing the store's video, an unknown subject was observed cutting the cable and removing t ...
Subjects commit smash & grab within 40 seconds, FBI now assisting with investigation
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA – On December 7, 2021, at approximately 5:17 p.m., four subjects parked a car outside of a jewelry store. Three subjects then ran into the store with hammers. Click within to learn what happened next.
Video: Duo wanted for $300,000 gunpoint robbery – (Update: 1 suspect arrested)
Sacramento, CA – On December 3, 2021, in the afternoon, two subjects entered a jewelry store and brandished guns. They then proceeded to steal $300,000 worth of jewelry. Click within to see footage of the crime.
THEFT – MORENO VALLEY, CA
On 12/5/21, at approximately 6:35 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store, approached the sales associate, and ask if the store had diamond Cuban links. After being informed they did not, he asked about a few chains through the case then asked to try o ...
ATTEMPTED THEFT LEADS TO FIGHT – ESTERO, FL
On 12/1/21, a male subject asked an employee to view jewelry. At some point, the subject grabbed two necklaces from the clerk's hands. The subject attempted to leave the store, but several employees stopped him from leaving. which resulted in a fight. T ...
TWO RECENT SMASH AND GRABS IN CALIFORNIA
On 12/2/21, a smash and grab robbery occurred at a jewelry store in San Jose, CA. In that incident, 5 subjects entered the store and used hammers to smash display cases. They were in and out within 15 seconds. Another smash and grab occurred in Rancho Dom ...
Smash and grab crime wave videos in California
Rancho Dominguez, CA – December 3, 2021 – In the past several weeks, there have been numerous smash and grab robberies in California. Suspects have committed robberies at various types of retail establishments, including jewelry stores. Click within to view news clips about these robberies.
Video: Subjects attempt to rob store by posing as delivery personnel
Honolulu, HI – On November 28, 2021, at approximately 11:09 a.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store while one of the subjects held up a large box on his shoulder. Click within to view footage of the crime.
EMPLOYEE SHOT DURING ROBBERY – WAUKEGAN, IL
On 11/27/21, at approximately 2:50 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and began firing shots. A female employee was shot and taken to a hospital after she sustained non-life threatening injuries. Radio traffic from the fire department indicated th ...
GRAB & RUN – BROCKTON, MA
On 11/30/2021, at approximately 5:15 p.m., a lone male subject approached a jewelry kiosk and requested to look at gold chains. After looking at a few chains, the subject was interested in purchasing a necklace. The subject initially stated he was willi ...
California Governor orders Highway Patrol to increase patrols at shopping centers & malls
Palo Alto, CA – November 30, 2021 – Governor Gavin Newsom has ordered California Highway Patrol to increase patrols on freeways near shopping centers and malls. Click within to view a news clip on the retail crime wave that has alarmed many in the Bay area.
Jewelry store employee shot in robbery
Waukegan, IL – On November 27, 2021, at approximately 2:50 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and began firing shots.
GRAB & RUN – PUYALLUP, WA
On 11/29/21, at approximately 4:40 p.m., a grab and run occurred at a jewelry kiosk inside of a mall. An unknown subject approached the location and expressed interest in viewing several pieces of merchandise. The subject selected a gold chain, pendan ...
HIGH-END WATCH STOLEN IN GUNPOINT ROBBERY – LOS ANGELES, CA
On 11/26/21, shortly before 7:00 p.m., three male subjects used a gun in an armed robbery of a jewelry business. They proceeded to steal a high-end watch. No physical description of the subjects was provided. If you have any information regarding these ...
SUBJECTS ASSAULT EMPLOYEE – MADISON, WI
On 11/23/21, at approximately 1:40 p.m., two male subjects stole a countertop jewelry case from a jewelry store. As the subjects walked into the store, they got into an altercation with an employee. The subjects hit the employee before they took the jew ...
Webinar Recording: Holiday Season Security
New York, NY – On November 19, 2021, National Jeweler published a recorded webinar on mitigating crime during the holiday season. The webinar was given by JSA President John Kennedy and Executive Vice President and co-founder of Berkley Asset Protection, Greg Smith. Click within to view the recording of the webinar.
RECORDING: HOLIDAY SECURITY WEBINAR – NEW YORK, NY
On 11/19/21, National Jeweler published a recording of a webinar featuring JSA President John Kennedy and the Executive Vice President of Berkley Asset Protection, Greg Smith. Click here to learn how to mitigate crime during the holidays.
Couple robs jewelry store at gunpoint!
They cased a jewelry store, then returned to rob them on another day.
DISTRACTION THEFT – LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ
On 11/20/21, at approximately 5:15 p.m., a sales associate was helping a male and female couple with two children. They were shopping for earrings for one of their daughters. While this was occurring, the female customer asked to see men's rings. The ...
GRAB & RUN – CENTRAL VALLEY, NY
On 11/18/21, at approximately 7:15 p.m., grab and run theft occurred at a retail jewelry store. A male subject entered the store for a chain and pendant. During the presentation, the subject grabbed both items and fled from the store on foot in an unkn ...
3 suspects arrested after smash & grab robbery in mall
Fairfield, CA – On November 17, 2021, at approximately 2:00 p.m., a group of subjects used hammers and bats to break into a jewelry store’s display cases. Click within to hear an interview JSA President John Kennedy gave regarding an uptick in smash and grab robberies.
JEWELERY STORE TARGETED TWICE – SAN FRANCISCO, CA
On 11/16/21, subject(s) broke through a jewelry store’s security gate at 5:00 a.m. They then proceeded to smash display cases with hammers before they escaped with approximately $250,000 worth of items. On 11/13/21, the store’s window was shattered. It is ...
POSSIBLE ATTEMPTED CREDIT CARD FRAUD – DURHAM, NC
A couple entered a jewelry store around 11:45 am. One of the subjects was a Black male, approximately 6'', who wore a gray suit, was bald and wore his sunglasses the entire time. He was with a White female, approximately 5'11, who wore a plaid coat and ...
Video: 9 subjects commit brazen smash & grab robbery
Concord, CA – On November 15, 2021, at approximately 7:30 p.m., 9 subjects stormed into a jewelry store where they proceeded to smash display cases and steal jewelry. Click within to watch the footage of the crime.
SECURITY WEBINAR FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON
On 11/16/21, at 2:00 p.m. EST, John Kennedy, President of the Jewelersâ Security Alliance, will participate in a webinar where he will review security procedures and current crime trends. Click here to register for the webinar.
Security webinar for the holiday season
New York, NY – On November 16, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. EST, John Kennedy, President of the Jewelers’ Security Alliance, will participate in a webinar where he will review security procedures and current crime trends. Click within to register for the webinar.
Jewelry thief arrested for stealing $200K worth of items
Georgetown, KY – On November 13, 2021, the Georgetown Police Department arrested 36-year-old Michael Reid, who is accused of stealing jewelry and items valued at more than $200,000.
GRAB & RUN – SEABROOK, NH
On 11/13/21, at approximately 6:30 p.m., store management for a jewelry store reported a grab and run theft occurred. A lone subject entered the store and was greeted by an associate. He mentioned he was doing early holiday shopping for his mother. The as ...
Suspect arrested after $17K jewelry theft
Staten Island, NY – On November 10, 2021, 38-year-old Terrance Graham was arrested following an incident on October 18, 2021, where he stole a wedding band and engagement ring set from a jewelry store that was worth $17,400.
SNEAK THEFT – MELBOURNE, FL
On 11/7/21, at approximately 1:04 p.m., a distraction theft was committed at a retail jewelry store, and three diamond rings and one gold chain were stolen. At approximately 12:08 p.m., a sales associate was displaying merchandise in the showcase and fail ...
Subjects wanted for sneak theft
Columbus, OH – On November 5, 2021, a male subject was observed surreptitiously stealing jewelry from a flea market. Click within to see the footage.
CHECK FRAUD ATTEMPT – COLUMBUS, GA
On 11/10/21, during the 12 oâclock hour, a male subject entered a retail jewelry store and shopped for an engagement ring and a set of 1 1/5 ctw diamond stud earrings. He said he was âin the doghouseâ and needed to make some purchases. Once the ...
SNEAK THEFT – GREENWOOD, SC
On 11/4/1, at approximately 3:15 p.m., a retail jewelry store was the victim of a sneak theft. A lone male entered the location and began looking at rings. After looking a several, the male asked to see 1/3 CTW round solitaire ring. The ring was remov ...
GRAB & RUN – KINGSPORT, TN
On 11/7/21, at approximately 1:30 p.m., a subject entered a retail jewelry store and wanted to see chains. He had a large cross pendant of his own. The subject was shown one chain he claimed was too long. He was then shown a medium-length chain along ...
GRAB & RUN – TACOMA, WA
On 11/4/21, at approximately 1:20 p.m., a grab and run theft occurred at a retail jewelry store. An unknown male subject approached the store and requested to see gold chain and pendant combinations. The subject took interest in a chain and pendant, a ...
SUSPECTS ARRESTED AFTER BRANDISHING MACHETE – VIRGINIA BEACH, VA
On 10/30/21, 38-year-old Marcus Conaway and 42-year-old Frederick Robinson raised concerns when they drove through a department store's parking lot with their car's license plate concealed by a grocery bag. After the subjects entered the department store, ...
GRAB & RUN – LAS CRUCES, NM
On 10/28/21, a grab and run occurred at a retail jewelry store. The subject entered the store and asked to see a gold chain and said he did not care about the price. He then gave the piece back and left the store. He returned a short time later and asked ...
Ransomware cybercriminals target jewelry firm
New York, NY – On November 2, 2021, Brecken Branstrator of National Jeweler published an article regarding a ransomware attack that was carried out against a high-end jeweler. The Jewelers’ Security Alliance provided advice within the article. Click within to learn more.
SMASH & GRAB – ALPHARETTA, GA
On 10/31/21, at approximately 2:30 p.m., a smash, and grab robbery occurred at a retail jewelry store. A lone male entered the location and walked directly to the gold chain showcase. Immediately after being greeted by a team member, the male removed ...
Mastermind of $13 Million burglary crew sentenced
He lived in a multi-million dollar townhouse and acquired millions in illicit proceeds.
GRAB & RUN – LAS VEGAS, NV
On 10/25/2021, at approximately 1:40 p.m., a grab-and-run theft occurred at a jewelry kiosk in a mall. A male subject approached the kiosk and asked to see gold chains. He also wanted to see how a lion head pendant looked on it. The team member put the ...
GLASS LIFT DISTRACTION – CHAMPAIGN, IL
On 10/27/21, a distraction theft occurred at a retail jewelry store. A male and female entered the site under the pretense of shopping for a ring for an upcoming family reunion. During the presentation, the female subject asked the team member numerou ...
GRAB & RUN – LAKE GROVE, NY
On 10/25/21, at approximately 6:10 p.m., a lone male subject entered a retail jewelry store and requested to look at menâs jewelry. After looking at a few items, the subject requested to look at a necklace. While the team member was discussing the c ...
SHOT FIRED IN GUNPOINT ROBBERY – TACOMA, WA
On 10/19/21, at approximately 5:02 p.m., several subjects entered a jewelry store and robbed the business at gunpoint. During the robbery, one of the subjects fired a shot into the floor. They appeared to have fled in a maroon, 2000's Buick Century or Reg ...
ARMED ROBBERY – COLORADO SPRINGS, CO
On 10/22/21, at approximately 11:05 a.m. a male subject entered a retail jewelry store under the pretense of shopping for chains. The subject requested to see a 26" curb chain. He also requested to see a second chain. As the team member was attempting ...
BURGLARY – ORLANDO, FL
On 10/20/21, at approximately 9:51 p.m., a burglary was committed at a retail jewelry store. One display case was smashed and four to five display pads of earrings were stolen. Two subjects entered through the mall corridor door, adjacent to the store, a ...
GRAB & RUN – UNION GAP, WA
On 10/19/21, at approximately 7:00 p.m., a grab and run theft occurred at a retail jewelry store. An unknown male subject entered the store and expressed interest in men's watches. The subject then showed interest in two watches and requested to see t ...
GRAB & RUN – HURST, TX
On 10/16/21, at approximately 1:10 p.m., a lone male subject entered a retail jewelry store requesting to see both diamond bracelets and necklaces. During the presentation, the subject selected one of each and then, he advised the team member he would li ...
GRAB AND RUN – MILLBURY, MA
On 10/14/2021, at approximately 3:04 p.m., a lone male subject entered a jewelry store and walked to the engagement ring showcase. After being greeted, the subject stated he was there to look at engagement rings. He claimed he was looking at the engagemen ...
GRAB & RUN – BAKERSFIELD, CA
On 10/12/21, at approximately 4:58 p.m., a male subject approached a jewelry kiosk and was looking at the cases that contained gold chains. The subject then requested to view an 18-inch rope gold chain. As the team member pulled it out of the case and h ...
GRAB & RUN – AURORA, CO
On 10/11/21, at approximately 4:40 p.m., a male subject entered a retail jewelry store under the pretense of shopping for a birthday gift for his son. The subject requested to see a chain. During the presentation, the subject requested to feel the wei ...
New York Diamond District jeweler robbed by gang members
New York, NY – On October 7, 2021, while a jeweler was leaving a business dinner at a restaurant in New York City, he was approached by two gunmen as he walked to his SUV parked on the street.
GUNPOINT ROBBERY- ROCK HILL, S.C.
On 10/8/21, two male subjects committed a gunpoint robbery at a jewelry store. One of the subjects jumped over the glass counter, while the other subject ran around it. Both subjects then went to the safe in the backroom, as the worker in the store fled s ...
SUBJECT SHOVES CLERK – LAS VEGAS, NV
On 10/9/21, at approximately 1:30 p.m., a male subject committed a robbery at retail jewelry. Upon entering the store, the subject requested to see 24" gold chains. The subject was shown several options within his claimed budget. The associate opene ...
Jeweler pistol-whipped during home invasion
Two gunmen assaulted an independent jeweler.
GRAB AND RUN – ORLANDO, FL
On 10/7/2021, at approximately 6:50 p.m., a grab and run theft was committed at a retail jewelry store and a bridal set was stolen. The subject stated he was looking for a ring for his wife and asked to see bridal sets, then, after a few moments, he ask ...
THEFT – LAS VEGAS, NV
On 10/6/2021, a grab and run occurred at a retail jewelry store. The subject entered the store and asked to see a diamond earring in particular. The subject was shown the diamond stud earring, and then he walked away. When the sales associate reminded him ...
SIDEWALL ENTRY BURGLARY – HARTSDALE, NY
On 10/4/21, at approximately 12:40 a.m., an undisclosed number of subjects cut through the roof of a nail salon. They then proceeded to lower themselves into the business. They made several openings in the wall of the nail salon in order to gain access to ...
GRAB & RUN – SAN JOSE, CA
On 9/30/21. at approximately 8:00 p.m., a grab and run theft occurred at a retail jewelry store. A subject approached the store and stated she would like to return an item she had purchased two days prior, but she did not have the card she made the purc ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – FAYETTEVILLE, NC
On 9/23/21, at approximately 1:51 p.m., a subject wearing a white shirt told a retail jewelry consultant that he had been in the store three days prior, by himself, looking at gold chains. He was very talkative. He was asked if he had an account with the ...
15 armed robbers target jewelry store in South Africa
Durban, South Africa – On September 29, 2021, at approximately 2:32 p.m., at least 15 subjects were involved in a jewelry store robbery. The subjects shot and critically injured a security officer in the parking lot after the robbery.
GRAB & RUN – EL CAJON, CA
On 9/29/21, at approximately 2:15 p.m., a retail jewelry store experienced a grab and run theft. Upon entry to the store, a subject began looking around for a couple of minutes then asked to be shown a chain. After locking up the merchandise that was ...
Robber jumped over counter, then hit clerk
New York, NY On September 26, 2021, at approximately 1:44 p.m., two subjects attempted to commit a robbery at a store that sells jewelry.
GRAB & RUN – ROSEVILLE, CA
On 9/28/21, two Black males entered a jewelry store and wanted to look at gold chains. The first subject requested to look at several different gold chains. He then asked to try one on and the associate placed it around his neck. The second subject then ...
Subjects wanted for armed robbery
Two subjects are at large after committing a gunpoint robbery.
GRAB & RUN – SYRACUSE, NY
On 9/27/21, at approximately 7:30 p.m., a retail jewelry store reported a grab and run theft occurred. A lone male subject entered the store and went directly to a showcase to see a cross charm. A team member presented the charm to the subject, who grabbe ...
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA – CHECK FRAUD
On 8/31/21, at approximately 6:43 p.m., a jewelry store was victimized with a check fraud incident by a subject using the name Chris Valentino. A check bearing the same name was also recently passed at another jewelry store as well as jewelry stores in ...
Former employee charged with 10 felonies
Statesville, NC – On September 8, 2021, deputies from the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office were informed that an employee of a business could be stealing jewelry.
DISTRACTION THEFT – GREENWOOD, IN
On 9/21/21, at approximately 3:50 p.m., a distraction theft occurred at a retail jewelry store. Two male subjects entered the store and immediately split up, separating team members. The primary subject requested to see a piece from the back area of a ...
GRAB & RUN – REDONDO BEACH, CA
On 9/21/21, at approximately 3:20 p.m., a male subject committed a grab and run theft. Upon entry to the store, the subject was asked by the team member if he could be pointed in a particular direction. The team member was with a guest. The subject in ...
Men Who Fenced Stolen Diamonds Sentenced to 15+ Years
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Texas issued a press release outlining the nefarious actions five men took to illicitly acquire stolen jewelry. Click within to view the press release.
BURGLARY – OVERLAND PARK, KS
On 9/20/21, at approximately 9:30 am, a sales associate arrived to open a jewelry store kiosk and then began opening cabinets, cases, and unstacking the jewelry. When she got to the gold chain cabinet, she noticed the key was not working. She then bent ...
GRAB & RUN – TUKWILA, WA
On 9/16/21, at approximately 4:05 p.m., a grab and run theft occurred at a retail jewelry store. Two subjects approached the store and expressed interest in browsing gold bracelets and gold pendants. Subject #1 requested to see the gold bracelet, whil ...
Seven subjects commit brazen smash & grab robbery
Daly City, CA – On September 15, 2021, after 7:00 p.m., seven subjects wearing hoodies and dark clothing committed a smash and grab robbery at a jewelry store in a mall. They escaped with jewelry including high-end watches, chains, and rings.
FOUR PEOPLE STABBED IN ROBBERY – FORT WORTH, TX
On 9/15/21, at approximately 4:15 p.m.. four people were stabbed by a man with a sharp metal object during a robbery at a jewelry store. The victims sustained minor injuries and two of them were transported to a hospital. A suspect is in custody. Limited ...
Jeweler’s High-Tech Tagging Pilot Program Nabs Its First Suspect
New York, NY – On September 16, 2021, Karen Dybis from JCK Online published an article about SelectDNA tagging technology that helped to apprehend a suspect. Click within to read JSA President, John Kennedy’s reaction.
GRAB & RUN – EDINBURGH, IN
On 9/15/21, at approximately 4:00 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and was greeted by a team member. The subject wanted to see engagement rings up to 2 carats and was taken to the solitaire case. There the subject was shown a couple of it ...
GRAB & RUN – SAN DIEGO, CA
On 9/14/21, at approximately 1:34 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and approached a team member indicating he was looking for a pinky ring. They then proceeded towards the gent's section to view the selection. The subject then indicated he ...
SUBJECT FORCEFULLY TAKES CHAIN – ALBUQUERQUE, NM
On 9/13/21, a male subject scratched a jewelry store's team member as he fled with a gold chain. The subject entered the store and asked to see a gold chain in particular. The team member pulled the gold chain out of the case and had it wrapped around her ...
GRAB & RUN – CAPITOLA, CA
On 9/11/21, at approximately 2:00 p.m., a newly hired sales associate showed three display boxes of lady's rings to a male subject at the same time. When the associate turned her back on the subject, he ran from the jewelry store, then went into a nearb ...
GRAB & RUN – MEMPHIS, TN
On 9/9/21, at approximately 2:00 p.m., a black male subject entered a jewelry store and requested to see two men's diamond rings. The team leader assisted him with the presentation of the rings. The subject requested to try both on at the same time. When ...
SNEAK THEFT – GARNER, NC
On 9/4/21, at approximately 12:30 p.m., a retail jewelry store was the victim of a sneak theft. A male subject entered the store and asked to see gold chains. After he was brought to a showcase case, he kept asking to see multiple pieces and confused ...
Armed robbers arrested following $12 million heist
Paris, France – On September 7, 2021, shortly before noon, three armed men in suits entered a high-end retail store in Paris, France, then proceeded to brandish firearms over the course of ten minutes.
GRAB & RUN – MORENO VALLEY, CA
On 9/5/21, at approximately 11:20 a.m., a male subject approached a jewelry store and asked if his âchain was hereâ. After being informed the store didnât open until 12:00 p.m., the subject stated he had been helped two days prior and asked if the ...
Jewelry store owners victims of home invasion
Ellington, CT – On September 4, 2021, the owners of a jewelry store in Wethersfield, CT, informed the Connecticut State Police that three men broke into their home in Ellington, CT, and stole $145,000 worth of their jewelry and cash at gunpoint.
Burglar in and out within a minute and ten seconds
Conway, AR – On August 29, 2021, at approximately 6:51 a.m., a burglar broke into a jewelry store and stole thousands of dollars worth of items within 70 seconds. Click within to learn more.
GRA & RUN – TUKWILA, WA
On 8/31/21, at approximately 8:00 p.m., two subjects approached a jewelry kiosk in a mall. Subject #1 asked the team member about chains, specifically the longest and heaviest chains while subject #2 stood by. After the team member responded by saying the ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – MOORESTOWN, NJ
On 8/23/21, at approximately 1:24 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and were greeted by a team member. The customers asked to see gold chains and were taken to that case. While there they were shown several pieces, they were each asking to see ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – DAYTON, OH
On 8/28/21, at approximately 12:15 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and were greeted by a team member. The subjects purchased polishing cloths with cash and were looking at jewelry cleaner. The subjects went to the case where chains and brac ...
GRAB & RUN – EUREKA, CA
On 8/23/21, at approximately 6:50 p.m. a male subject approached a jewelry store and browsed every showcase, inquiring on types of metals and diamonds. The subject approached a showcase containing various charms and pendants, and requested to see a spec ...
GRAB & RUN – RIVERSIDE, CA
On 8/22/21, at approximately 1:40 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store indicating they were looking for a gift for one of their girlfriends. They declined further assistance and after browsing for approximately 5 minutes they departed. At appro ...
GRAB & RUN – JACKSONVILLE, FL
On 8/20/21, at approximately 11:57 a.m., grab and run theft occurred at a retail jewelry store and two solitaires were stolen. The subject told the team member he wanted to upgrade his wife's ring, as his 14th anniversary was coming up. The team member ch ...
ATTEMPTED THEFT – MURFREESBORO, TN
On 8/18/21, at approximately 3:00 p.m., two subjects attempted to commit a theft at a jewelry store in Murfreesboro, TN. A male and female couple entered the location with the pretense of shopping. When team members approached to assist, they observed the ...
GRAB & RUN – EVERETT, WA
On 8/14/21, at approximately 11:30 a.m., a grab & run theft occurred at a retail jewelry store. A male subject entered the store and informed the team he was in search of diamond rings. After browsing a few varieties, he requested to see one of th ...
DIAMOND SWITCH – TACOMA, WA
On 8/15/21, at approximately 2:30 p.m., a female subject entered a jewelry store and expressed interest in trading her current ring. The subject requested to see a particular ring, at which point the associate removed the ring from the showcase and the ...
Burglar arrested after stealing $10,000 worth of jewelry
Franklin, MA – On August 11, 2021, the Franklin Police Department announced that 32-year-old Patrick Maranda was arrested for committing a burglary at a jewelry store. Click within to learn more.
Authorities seize fake GIA certificates
Surat, India – On August 17, 2021, the Times of India published a report on a racket that provided Gemological Institute of America’s (GIA’s) original certificates for lower quality diamonds. Click within to read the article.
SNEAK THEFT – MIAMI, FL
On 8/6/21, at approximately 4:11 p.m., a sneak theft occurred at a jewelry store, and a diamond enhancer was stolen. A female subject requested to see diamond enhancers and over the course of 30 minutes, numerous enhancers were presented and returned to t ...
Suspects wanted and identified after burglary
Click within to view a news clip about this burglary.
FIRECRACKER DISTRACTION THEFT – VALLEY STREAM, NY
On 8/13/2021, at approximately 3:45 p.m., a jewelry store associate was assisting two male subjects at the gold chain showcase. The team heard multiple loud noises in the mall that they believed came from a discharged firearm. The noise caused several m ...
SNEAK THEFT – NASHVILLE, TN
On 8/9/21, at approximately 1:42 p.m., the employees of a jewelry store noticed a gold earring spinner was missing from the top of the showcase. Store video was reviewed to show two unidentified males entering the store around 1:42 p.m., with the pretense ...
ARMED ROBBERY – COLORADO SPRINGS, CO
On 8/07/21, a male subject approached a jewelry kiosk and inquired about gold chains. He requested to see a 26" rope chain. As the team member opened the showcase, the subject leaned in and told the team member to give him all of the chains. The sub ...
KNIFEPOINT ROBBERY – BOSTON, MA
On 8/3/21, at around noon, a 21-year-old man, identified as Jerry Antoine, was arrested after he attempted to rob people inside of a jewelry store at knifepoint. The suspect fled the scene before police arrived, however, he was arrested later that evening ...
DIAMOND SWITCH – SANTA CLARA, CA
On 7/29/21, at approximately 3:15 p.m., a female subject approached a jewelry store and requested to view diamond rings. A ring was removed from the showcase and shown to the subject. The associate was then approached at the same time by two other un ...
GRAB & RUN – WEST NYACK, NY
On 8/3/21, at approximately 4:45 p.m., three male subjects entered a jewelry store and requested to look at gold chains and charms. Two team members were assisting the subjects who wanted to buy a chain and charm. The team members split up into two di ...
SNEAK THEFT – SANFORD, NC
A male subject went into a retail store with a large yellow gold and diamond anniversary ring he said he got for his wife, but she didn’t like it so he wanted to find something different. He looked around the store for a few minutes before he finally sett ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – SELMA, TX
On 7/27/21, two male subjects entered a jewelry store. One subject engaged one of two sales associates and managed to get one away from the case housing semi-mounts, leaving one team member with the second subject. The second subject then placed a towel o ...
Sacramento History Museum burglarized!
Sacramento, CA – On July 31, 2021, sometime after 5:30 a.m., subject(s) damaged two display cases and took gold artifacts from a third display case.
VICTIM SEEKS RETURN OF STOLEN JEWELRY
The Jewelers' Security Alliance has received a report that several championship rings were stolen from a residence in Aliso Viejo, California on Thursday, 6/22/21. The stolen jewelry included four (4) coastal Carolina university championship rings , 2 for ...
Lookout arrested following jewelry store burglary
Nashville, TN – On July 18, 2021, after hours, Emma Church, 24, allegedly acted as a lookout along with a male subject, who aided a second male, while he burglarized a jewelry kiosk.
SNEAK THEFT – NASHVILLE, TN
On 7/26/21 at approximately 5:16 p.m., a female with three children walked into a jewelry store. The female was looking at a plexi box that was tethered to the case for display of three opal items. At 5:17 p.m., she instructed her children to leave the st ...
GRAB & RUN – LAKEWOOD, CO
On 7/28/21, a male and female subject entered a jewelry store on the pretense of shopping for a men's and women's ring. The male subject selected a women's ring valued at $2,499. The male subject then requested to see a men's ring valued at $9999.99, ...
GRAB & RUN – ALBUQUERQUE, NM
On 7/26/2021, a male subject approached a jewelry store kiosk and asked to see a particular ring. When the team member showed him the selected ring, the subject grabbed the ring from the team members hand and fled from the store. The subject was descri ...
Armed robber steals millions of dollars worth of jewelry
Paris, France – On July 27, 2021, an armed subject robbed a high-end jewelry store of 2 to 3 million euros ($2.3 to $3.5 million). Click within to learn more.
Two suspects indicted for 11 robberies of jewelers & owners of luxury watches
Click within to learn about nearly a dozen crimes that targeted jewelers and luxury watch owners.
BURGLARS PRY OPEN DOOR – YORKVILLE, IL
On 7/26/21, at approximately 5:12 a.m., two male subjects pried open a jewelry store's back door. Once inside the location, one subject began smashing showcases with a large sledgehammer, while the second subject was scooping the merchandise into a large ...
GRAB & RUN – HOBBS, NM
On 7/23/2021, a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see a Cuban chain in particular. The team member showed him the selected chain, and the subject put it on. Once the chain was on his neck, he fled from the store with the item. The subject was d ...
GRAB & RUN – TEMECULA, CA
On 7/22/21, at approximately 7:40 p.m., a subject approached a kiosk and asked to see a chain. After being displeased with the first chain, he asked to see another chain. As soon as both chains were out and in the possession of the sales associate, th ...
Woman claiming to be gem expert commits $5.7 million sneak theft
London, England – On July 20, 2021, prosecutors accused 60-year-old Lulu Lakatos of posing as a gem expert who purportedly sought to value seven diamonds on behalf of wealthy Russian buyers in March 2016.
SUSPECT ARRESTED FOR GUNPOINT ROBBERY – REDWOOD CITY, CA
On 7/20/21, Redwood City police arrested 27-year-old Angel Veragaleana, in connection to a gunpoint robbery. On 6/13/21, Veragaleana threatened a victim inside the store with a black semi-automatic pistol. He demanded the store's safe and items from th ...
GRAB & RUN – ESCONDIDO, CA
On 7/15/21, at approximately 5:15 p.m, a subject entered a jewelry store and indicated he wanted to view chains. As the subject was on the phone and mumbling while speaking into the phone, the associate handed him a chain. As the subject grabbed the ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – WEBSTER, TX
During a routine inventory count on 7/19/21, a jewelry store discovered multiple items missing from a showcase. It was determined at least 21 items were missing. A review of the store's video system identified a distraction theft that had occurred on 7/17 ...
Suspect sentenced to 84 months for smash & grab
He received a 7-year prison sentence for his role in a robbery.
BURGLARY – CHICAGO RIDGE, IL
On 7/16/21, at approximately 1:20 a.m., two black male subjects gained entry into the mall through the mall corridor. They then proceeded to a jewelry store where they were successful in prying open the gate with a crowbar. Once inside the location, they ...
GRAB & RUN – DANBURY, CT
On 7/14/2021, at approximately 3:40 p.m., four male subjects approached a jewelry kiosk in a mall.  Initially, one team member was assisting the subjects until a second team member approached to assist. A subject wearing the Nike hooded sweatshirt requ ...
ROBBER SENTENCED TO 7 YEARS IN PRISON – HOBART, IN
On 7/14/21, U.S. District Court Chief Judge Jon DeGuilio, sentenced 30-year-old Altonio Dequan Benson, to 84 months or 7 years in prison for his involvement in a $1 million smash and grab robbery in Hobart, IN on January 25, 2019. Benson, of Detroit, MI, ...
DIAMOND SWITCH – PUYALLUP, WA
On 7/12/21, at approximately 5:30 p.m., a female subject entered a jewelry store and requested to see various rings. After initially requesting to look at bands, the subject stated she was interested in upgrading her current ring. Once the associate b ...
THEFT OF RING – DAWSONVILLE, GA
On 7/12/21, at approximately 3:45 p.m., two males entered a jewelry store and initially began looking at watches. After several minutes, the males began looking at men's rings. Several rings were removed from the showcase and shown to the guests. ...
REMOVED DISPLAY – CULVER CITY, CA
On June 9, 2021, at approximately 2:12 p.m., a male subject walked up to the outside counter of watches and briefly looked inside. After noticing that the two team members were assisting other guests, the subject proceeded to shake the display as if t ...
Video: Burglars steal $250K worth of jewelry
Campbell, CA – On July 9, 2021, at approximately 3:00 a.m., several burglars smashed their way through a jewelry store’s display cases. The crime occurred within five minutes.
GRAB & RUN – WILLOW GROVE, PA
On 7/7/21, a customer approached a kiosk and asked to see a charm and chain. He was very impatient and border line rude. He asked about payment options and indicated that he would return in a few minutes. As this was happening, another customer appr ...
DIAMOND SWITCH – AUBURN, WA
On 7/7/21, at approximately 2:30 p.m., an unknown female subject entered a jewelry store and attempted to exchange a ring that she stated she had purchased. She presented a ring for return, and once exchanged, the associate used the diamond tester to t ...
EMPLOYEE PUSHED – COLUMBUS, OH
On 7/5/21, two subjects entered a jewelry store and began asking to look at gold chains. The subjects were shown multiple chains inside the side-by-side display case. The second subject then separated himself and asked to look at gent's rings and then ...
SMASH & GRAB – BETHESDA, MD
On 7/2/21, at approximately 11:20 a.m., two subjects entered a retail jewelry store and asked to look at men's gold chains. The team member showed the chains from inside the case but didn't take any of them out of the case. The two subjects left the stor ...
84-year-old charged following armed robbery
He stole more than $100,000 from a jewelry store in Park Ridge, IL.
SMASH & GRAB ROBBERY – ORLANDO, FL
On 6/30/21, a team member who was closing the store alone left for the restroom at approximately 7:40 p.m., and upon her return found one showcase smashed. Nine chains had been stolen off a display board. Mall security had responded after hearing glass ...
GRAB & RUN – NORFOLK, VA
On 6/30/21, at approximately 11:30 a.m., a subject approached a kiosk and asked to look at the gold chains. He was very friendly and engaged in conversation. He didn't display any signs of nervousness and he asked relevant questions about the merchandise. ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – SPRINGFIELD, PA
On 6/26/2021, a male subject approached a jewelry kiosk in a mall at approximately 3:38 p.m. and asked to see a 14k gold plated diamond pendant. A different customer approached and asked for something behind the counter, they were denied and when the as ...
DIAMOND SWITCH – JERSEY CITY, NJ
On 6/27/21, at approximately 3:10 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and asked to look at gold bracelets. While one of the subjects was holding the bracelet, the two were asking questions about other merchandise. A look-alike bracelet was handed ...
Subjects wanted for questioning following break-in
The Jacksonville Police Department is seeking to find this subject.
SHOTS FIRED IN JEWELRY STORE ROBBERY – DEKALB COUNTY, GA
On 6/27/21, at approximately 1:40 p.m., two male subjects entered a jewelry store and proceeded to shoot at jewelry display cases. They then stole jewelry and fled. No additional information was provided. If you have any information regarding this inciden ...
GRAB & RUN THIEF PLACED ON PROBATION – SIOUX CITY, IA
On 6/21/21, 31-year-old Ryan Johnson pleaded guilty to one count of first-degree theft. On 2/1/19, Johnson entered a jewelry store and asked to see two diamond rings. He took them outside to look at them in natural light and then fled with them. On 3/28/1 ...
GRAB & RUN – SHELBY, NC
A male subject entered a jewelry store, looked around, and asked questions for about 20 minutes before he asked to see a bracelet. He said that he was getting a graduation gift for his son that was graduating college. The team member pulled the bracelet o ...
Sneak thief arrested again!
West Whiteland Township, PA – On June 16, 2021, 47-year-old Anda Franc, stole a $4,450 pendant from a department store when a cashier turned away in Exton, PA.
GRAB & RUN – EVANSVILLE, IN
The subject entered the store and window shopped for approximately 30 minutes since team members were with other guests. The subject also stated he wanted to waste time while waiting for his girlfriend to get off work. At the bridal case the subject w ...
BURGLARY – GRAPEVINE, TX
On 6/16/21, at approximately 8:30 p.m., a male subject was captured on surveillance cameras entering a jewelry kiosk site and tampering with locks on two cases. Â The subject gained entry into the cases and was seen removing product and placing items in a ...
GRAB & RUN – LOVELAND, CO
On 6/14/21, at approximately 5:30 p.m., two male subjects entered a jewelry store. Both males stated they had cash to purchase and requested to see gold rope chains. Subject one, the primary subject, asked to try a piece on. The subject then fled th ...
GRAB & RUN – HAPPY VALLEY, OR
On 6/11/21, at approximately 9:49 a.m., a subject wearing a grey hoodie, blue jeans, black shoes ,and black ballcap, entered a jewelry store and immediately pulled heavy duty bolt cutters from underneath his hoodie. The subject then walked directly to the ...
GRAB & RUN – POOLER, GA
On 6/17/21, at approximately 5:05 p.m. a lone male entered a jewelry store and began looking at engagement rings. The male requested to see two rings to compare each ring. However, the team member only removed one and then once the team member regaine ...
8 arrested for attempted jewelry store robbery in Venice
Venice, Italy – On June 14, 2021, 8 people were arrested for attempting to commit a robbery at a jewelry store in 2017. Click within to view footage of the attempted robbery.
GRAB & RUN – NATIONAL CITY, CA
On 6/9/21, at approximately 8:45 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store. The first male subject asked to see a chain. After a few minutes, a second male subject joined the first subject. After trying on one chain, the first subject indicated he wanted ...
SNEAK THEFT – ORLANDO, FL
On 6/8/21, at 12:06 p.m., a sneak theft was committed at a jewelry store and three guest's repairs, valued at $1,199.00 were stolen. A team member was processing repairs when they were approached by a guest. When leaving the area to assist, the repairs we ...
SMASH & GRAB – MONTGOMERY, AL
On 6/9/21, at approximately 2:34 p.m., two Black male subjects entered a jewelry store and subject 1 immediately approached a team member stating he wanted to apply for credit so he could buy his wife something nice. The team member grabbed their tablet ...
THREE SUBJECTS ESCAPE WITH NECKLACE – PRATTVILLE, AL
On 6/1/21, three male subjects entered a jewelry store and redirected the sales clerk to remove jewelry from the display cases. The subject wearing a white t-shirt and black ball cap reached behind the counter and took a necklace. He then walked out of ...
DIAMOND THIEF WANTED – GREENVILLE, N.C.
On 5/24/21, at approximately 5:30 p.m., a woman stole two diamond rings from a jewelry store. Police in Greenville released images of the subject. Click here to view the images. If you have any information regarding this subject, please contact the Jewele ...
ARREST MADE IN POSSIBLE HATE CRIME AGAINST ASIAN JEWELER – WASHINGTON, D.C.
On 6/3/2021, one month after a violent attack against an Asian jeweler in Washington, D.C., 30-year-old Samuel Delwyn Thomas from Cockeysville, MD was arrested. On 5/4/21, Thomas allegedly punched Chong Hu Lu in the face after Lu told him customers could ...
Employee shoots at smash & grab robbers
Katy, TX – On June 4, 2021, at approximately 7:00 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and one of the subject’s used a nail gun to breach display cases. An employee fired three shots at the robbers. Click within to learn more.
Oleg Dopolyuk wanted for stealing jewelry from a thrift store
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Press Release: Jewelers Mutual Group Launches Alarm Response Program
Neenah, WI – On June 3, 2021, Instore Magazine published a press release regarding Jewelers Mutual’s Alarm Response Program.
BURGLAR BREAKS THROUGH ROOF – STATEN ISLAND, NY
Between 6/1/21 and 6/2/21, a burglar broke through a jewelry store's roof and lowered themselves down with a rope. The subject proceeded to steal $37,000 worth of jewelry which included necklaces, gold chains, diamond pendants, and watches. The family-own ...
CREDIT CARD FRAUDSTER TARGETS TWO JEWELRY STORES IN ILLINOIS
On 5/25/21, at approximately 4:00 p.m., a male subject called a jewelry store and attempted to buy a jewelry over the phone by using a credit card. The subject requested the jewelry be released to a friend picking it up for him. The jewelry store contacte ...
Suspect arraigned after violent assault against jewelers in hotel, two still at large
Miami Beach, FL – On June 2, 2021, 30-year-old Franklin Narvaez, faced a judge after he was arrested for luring a jeweler to a hotel, with the help of two accomplices. The trio then robbed the two jewelers of $250,000 in jewelry.
ROOFTOP BURGLARY – DICKSON, TN
On 5/29/21, between 12:00 a.m. and 1:00 a.m., a retail jewelry store was burglarized by unknown male subject(s). Entry was gained via the roof. Once inside the location, the subject(s) attempted to disarm the alarm system. The attempt was unsuccessful, an ...
CREDIT FRAUD – NEWARK, DE
On 5/14/21, a male and female subject entered a jewelry store in Newark, DE at approximately 7:00 p.m., and asked to see several watches. They ultimately selected two watches. The female indicated that she had an account with the store. She produc ...
John Kennedy to receive 2021 gem award for lifetime achievement
New York, NY – On May 24, 2021, National Jeweler, published an article about the 2021 Gem Award which will be presented to John Kennedy, president of the Jewelers’ Security Alliance. Click within to read the article.
Subjects use pepper spray and stun gun on pawn shop employees
Phoenix, AZ – On May 12, 2021, at approximately 5:00 p.m., three subjects entered a pawn shop and proceeded to pepper spray employees. A stun gun type device was also used on employees. The subjects then proceeded to steal jewelry. Click within to view a video of the crime.
ARMED ROBBERY CAUGHT ON CAMERA – MIAMI, FL
On 5/21/21, shortly before 10:00 a.m. a lone subject entered a boutique, brandished a gun and ordered the clerk to open a display case. The subject then proceeded to steal jewelry. Click here to view the video of the robbery. If you have any information r ...
4 suspects arrested for $100,000 burglary
Phoenix, AZ – On May 18, 2021, four suspects committed a burglary at a wholesale club where they smashed the store’s doors to gain entry. They then smashed glass jewelry cases and stole jewelry.
THEFT – SHERMAN OAKS, CA
On 5/25/21, at approximately 11:15 a.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and began asking for a heavy durable chain that his son would not break. After being shown one chain, he asked to see another so he could compare the weights. Once the team mem ...
SMASH & GRAB – PHOENIX, AZ
On 5/22/2021, at approximately 7:00 p.m., a smash and grab occurred at a retail jewelry store. Two subjects approached the kiosk and broke the top of the gold chain case with an unknown object. The subjects removed gold chains and gold charms and then fle ...
GRAB & RUN – GAINESVILLE, FL
On 5/23/21, at approximately 2:30 p.m., a grab and run theft occurred at a retail jewelry store and a 4 carat princess/round/baguette diamond right hand ring, valued at $7,999 was stolen. The subject first asked to see a $4,000 diamond ring, claiming it w ...
ATTEMPTED CREDIT FRAUD – ESCONDIDO, CA
On 5/19/21, at approximately 4:10 p.m., a jewelry store received a call from a subject with a thick foreign accent who introduced himself as Mark. The subject inquired about 3 watches, provided his credit card number, and other information indicating he ...
ARMED ROBBERY – EUREKA, CA
On 5/18/21, at approximately 5:40 p.m., two subjects approached a jewelry store and inquired about gold chains. One subject lingered approximately 10 feet behind the store, while the other asked if the chains were silver, as he handed over a note that s ...
3 gang members arrested following $500K robbery of Richard Mille watch
Beverly Hills, CA – On May 12, 2021, federal law enforcement officials announced that three suspects were arrested for committing an armed robbery of a jeweler at a restaurant, which resulted in an innocent bystander being shot.
Fifth Suspect Arrested For Green Vault Jewelry Heist
Dresden, Germany – On May 17, 2021, law enforcement in Germany arrested a fifth suspect who is believed to have been involved in the 2019 burglary of the Green Vault Museum in Dresden, Germany.
3 MEN WANTED FOR GUNPOINT ROBBERY – NORTH NAPLES, FL
On 5/14/21, three men committed a gunpoint robbery at a high end jewelry store. A physical description of the subjects was not provided. Click here to view a news clip regarding this crime.
DISTRACTION THEFT – NOBLESVILLE, IN
On 5/9/21, at approximately 1:04 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and wanted to see bracelets. While the subject was holding a bracelet, he placed it in his left hand which he was also holding a phone in and put it in his pocket. This came after th ...
GRAB & RUN – LEOMINSTER, MA
On 5/14/21, at approximately 4:45 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and informed the sales associate he was interested in gold bracelets. After looking at the bracelets, the subject requested to try on one of the bracelets. The sales associate ...
Suspects arrested following brazen gunpoint robberies
San Jose, CA – On May 13, 2021, the San Jose Police Department announced that three suspects have recently been arrested for their role in two robberies at jewelry stores.
SNEAK THEFT – TRUMBULL, CT
On 5/11/2021, at approximately 6:22 p.m., a lone male subject entered a jewelry store.  The subject was greeted by the store manager who was assisting a guest. There was a second sales associate assisting another guest. While both team members were b ...
GRAB & RUN – HENDERSON, NV
On 5/10/21, at approximately 11:32 a.m., a male subject approached a jewelry kiosk and stated he had been approved on the lease program. The sales associate asked if he had his approval paperwork, but the subject said he left it in the car. The subject as ...
GRAB & RUN – OCALA, FL
On 5/10/21, at approximately 3:15 p.m., two male subjects, who appeared to be an older and younger brother, stated they had $1,700 to spend for a Mother's Day gift. They first looked at a ring and said they liked it, then they saw a tennis bracelet and al ...
Fugitive getaway driver arrested after fleeing to Mexico
Moore, OK – In early May 2021, 23-year-old Gustavo Rodriguez Jr., was arrested in Houston, TX for his involvement in a brazen gunpoint robbery that occurred in Moore, OK on January 23, 2020.
DISTRACTION THEFT – JACKSONVILLE, NC
On 5/5/21, at approximately 2:50 p.m., two male subjects entered a jewelry store and inquired about many different items. They had the team member take a number of different pieces in and out of the showcases. They said that they were interested in gold, ...
2 SUBJECTS WANTED AFTER SHOTS FIRED IN ROBBERY – KENNESAW, GA
On 5/6/21, at approximately 3:20 p.m., Cobb County officers responded to a mall and discovered that three masked subjects had committed a gunpoint robbery at a jewelry store. Sgt. Wayne Delk, a police spokesman, confirmed that shots were fired in the mall ...
Jewelry Store Owner Violently Assaulted
Washington, DC – On May 4, 2021, Chong Hu Lu, a jewelry store owner, was punched by a male subject. Lu needed 14 stitches to repair his top lip. This incident is being investigated as a hate crime. Click within to view a video of the attack.
WHOLESALE JEWELWER ROBBED – SANTA BARBARA, CA
On 5/4/21, three subjects committed a gunpoint robbery where they targeted a wholesale jeweler. The jeweler was robbed while seated in their vehicle in a parking lot. The jeweler's passenger side window was smashed. The subjects stole a large amount of je ...
Jewelry store owner was injured during a robbery!
Madrid, Spain – On May 4, 2021, shortly after 1:40 p.m., a 47-year-old jewelry store owner was injured during a robbery.
GRAB & RUN – SHERMAN OAKS, CA
On 5/3/21, at approximately 4:55 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see gold chains. The sales associate then showed the subject a gold chain and a gold/diamond cross. After the charm was placed on the chain, and both pieces were in ...
SMASH & GRAB – SAN FRANCISCO, CA
On 5/1/21, shortly before 11:00 a.m., three men in their early 20's committed a smash and grab at a jewelry store. Click here to view a news clip regarding the crime.
GRAB & RUN – SACRAMENTO, CA
On 5/2/21, at approximately 2:25 p.m., a male subject approached the jewelry store and requested to purchase a pendant and chain combination. After selecting two pieces he liked, the subject asked to see the two as a combination. Once the pendant was plac ...
Distraction Thieves Caught on Camera
Sioux Falls, S.D. – On April 28, 2021, two male subjects committed a distraction theft at a jewelry store that resulted in a $30,000 loss. Click within to view the crime.
How Instagram helped FBI bust smash-and-grab diamond thieves in Detroit
Detroit, MI – On April 29, 2021, Tresa Baldas, from the Detroit Free Press, wrote an article revealing how smash and grab robbers were arrested by the FBI.
DISTRACTION THEFT – TUKWILA, WA
After the store had closed for the evening, and a male subject approached the store and inquired with the associate about a gold chain in the showcase. The subject stated his name was Anthony, and he continued to ask questions regarding the price and fi ...
SUBJECT WANTED FOR BURGLARY – STOCKTON, CA
On 4/27/21, at approximately 7:53 p.m., an employee who opened the store found all layaways, repairs, various gold jewelry, and most of the cash were missing from the store. Mall Security stated that the only time they saw on video where anybody was in th ...
BURGLArS SMASH 10 DISPLAY CASES – MILFORD, CT
On 4/26/21, early in the morning, four subjects broke a jewelry store's window. They then proceeded to smash 10 display cases and stole approximately $50,000 worth of jewelry. They were in and out of the store within 5 minutes. The subjects fled in a da ...
SMASH & GRAB – FRESNO, CA
On 4/23/21, three male subjects entered a mall and proceeded to smash a jewelry store's display case. They grabbed jewelry and then fled. Police arrested one juvenile subject. They are still looking for two other subjects. No description of the subjects w ...
Jewelry Store Owner Killed In Robbery, Two Suspects Arrested
Police have arrested two men.
GRANDVILLE, MICHIGAN – SMASH & GRAB
On 4/22/21, at approximately 5:31 p.m., two male subjects entered a jewelry store and one stated he wanted to show his brother some diamonds. They walked to the back of the store and immediately removed hammers, smashed display cases, grabbed diamond tray ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – HICKORY, NC
On 04/16/2021, at approximately 5:10 p.m., a sales associate at a retail jewelry store was helping an older couple that were interested in looking at diamond solitaire rings. The lady was sitting down while her husband was walking back and forth. He the ...
JSA Issues Refresher on What To Do During a Robbery
New York, NY – On April 19, 2021, National Jeweler published an article regarding the Jewelers’ Security Alliance’s recommendations for staying safe during a robbery.
GRAB & RUN – TACOMA, WA
On 4/13/21, at approximately 1:15 p.m., a male subject approached a jewelry store and requested to see 24" rope chains. The associate removed the chain from the showcase to show the subject. At that point, the subject said "bet", and reached across the co ...
GRAB & RUN – ROCHESTER, NY
On 4/12/21, at approximately 6:43 p.m., a male subject approached employees at a jewelry kiosk and asked to see men's chains and charms. He asked to try on a chain with the charm attached. As the sales associate turned slightly to adjust the mirror, the s ...
GRAB & RUN – PLANTATION, FL
On 4/13/21, at approximately 4:38 p.m., two male subjects entered a jewelry store and said they were looking for a gold pendant to math a chain they had already owned. After a while they began to look at the gold bracelet section. They pointed to several ...
GRAB & RUN – RENTON, WA
On 4/10/21, at approximately 4:10 p.m., a male and female subject entered a jewelry store and browsed jewelry selecting various items. They filled out a credit application for the male. The credit application was approved and during the checkout process, ...
SNEAK THEFT – ARLINGTON, TX
On 4/10/21, at approximately 2:55 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store under the guise of shopping for his girlfriend. He gave the name Jason. While he was in the store, he was on his cell phone while he looked at several cases. He was in the store for ...
GRAB & RUN – FT. WORTH, TX
On 4/7/21, a male subject returned to a jewelry store one day after he had previously viewed engagement rings at the same store. On this occasion, the subject asked to see the same rings. He introduced himself as Rob. The sales associate gave the subjec ...
Burglar arrested after stealing tens of thousands of dollars worth of jewelry
Santa Cruz, CA – On April 7, 2021, at approximately 3:00 a.m., Santa Cruz police responded to a jewelry store following a report about a burglary.
GRAB & RUN – CYPRESS, TX
On 4/4/21, at approximately 1:30 p.m., four male subjects entered a jewelry store. Two of them waited by the door and two walked to the watch and bridal case and sat down. The subjects waited to be shown high-end watches. One of the subjects stated he had ...
GRAB & RUN – GILBERT, AZ
On 4/5/21, at approximately 5:30 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see a gold chain and a pendant. Once the items were in the subject’s hands, he fled from the store with the merchandise. The subject was described as a Hispanic male in ...
Subjects wanted for gunpoint smash & grab
San Jose, CA – On March 21, 2021 at approximately 12:56 p.m., two subjects committed a gunpoint robbery of a jewelry store. The brazen robbery was captured on surveillance video. Click within to see it.
SNEAK THEFT – FLORENCE, SC
On 3/29/21, at approximately 4:48 p.m., while a sales associate was on their lunch break, a male subject entered a jewelry store and manipulated a lock to a showcase. Once the subject gained access to the showcase, the majority of the jewelry items were e ...
Distraction Thief Arrested by Las Vegas Police!
He committed several jewelry thefts in Las Vegas, NV in 2019 and 2021.
ARMED ROBBERY – RAYMORE, MO
On 3/31/21, at approximately 2:06 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and stayed for about 15 minutes under the guise of shopping for necklaces. After the last customer exited the store, the subject asked the sales associate to see a necklace. Th ...
GRAB & RUN – GARLAND, TX
On 3/30/21, two male subjects entered a store under the guise of shopping for a gift for their mother. They were in the store for approximately 30 minutes. They initially looked at women's gold bracelets and then moved on to men's. One of the subject's ev ...
Two suspects charged in 2019 Halloween day robbery after being tracked by JSA
Salt Lake City, UT – On March 26, 2021, Jerome Welton McWilliams, 29, and Darnel Batts, 33 were charged with aggravated robbery. The two men are accused of committing a jewelry store robbery on October 31, 2019.
Apprehended after using stolen credit card to buy $10,000 in jewelry
Coral Springs, FL – On March 19, 2021, 30-year-old Heidi Brumfield was arrested after she committed credit card fraud. Click within to learn how she committed the crime.
TIGARD, OR – GRAB & RUN
On 3/24/21, at approximately 4:10 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and requested to browse gold chains. After he declined to sign up for a credit card, he took interest in a particular chain. Once the item was removed from the case while on a ...
Grab & run thief strikes three times in one month
This subject has stolen bridal pieces in at least three grab & run thefts.
GRAB & RUN – PLANTATION – FL
On 3/25/21, at approximately 2:40 p.m., a male subject approached a kiosk and stated he was interested in gold chains. The sales associate found a 22” Cuban gold chain and placed it on the presentation pad to show the subject. The subject stated he was in ...
GRAB & RUN – FAIRFIELD, CA
On 3/24/21, at approximately 2:50 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and immediately went towards the showcase containing gold chains. The male subject requested to see a gold chain, and it was removed from the showcase. While the associate was ta ...
GRAB & RUN – CORAL SPRINGS, FL
On 3/20/21, at approximately 4:50 p.m., a male subject approached a kiosk and stated he was interested in getting a gold chain for his boyfriend. The subject was brought to the gold chain section and he stated he needed a 24” chain. The sales associate lo ...
GRAB AND RUN – ALBANY, NY
On 3/22/21, at approximately 2:00 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and began to look at gold bracelets. He tried one on and said it was too short. He wanted to compare it to a longer one. Once he had possession of both pieces, he fled through ...
SNEAK THEFT – EATONTOWN, NJ
On 3/20/21, at approximately 12:02 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and requested to look at gold chains. The subject initially requested to look at a $4,000 gold chain. After trying on the chain, the subject returned it to the sales associate ...
7 ‘Smash-and-Grab’ Robbers Hit Texas Jewelry Store
New York, NY – On March 19, 2021, Instore Magazine published an article citing the Jewelers’ Security Alliance’s (JSA) Crime Alert which featured subjects who committed a smash & grab robbery.
DISTRACTION THEFT – MIAMI, FL
On 3/15/21, at approximately 6:49 p.m., a group consisting of two females and a male subject committed a distraction theft. A sales associate approached the male subject and he stated the girls were just looking and they were okay. After that, the male su ...
SUSPECT SENTENCED TO 8 YEARS FOLLOWING GUNPOINT ROBBERY – GREENBELT, MD
On 3/17/21, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Maryland published a press release regarding the sentencing of 35-year-old Douglas Amilcar-Vasquez. He was sentenced to 100 months or eight years in federal prison. He will then spend three years ...
GRAB & RUN – DALY CITY, CA
On 3/15/21, at approximately 5:15 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and requested to see diamond bracelets. After being shown a lower priced bracelet, the subject requested to see another bracelet. Once he was shown the bracelet, the subject to ...
GOLD CHAIN SWITCH – SANTA ROSA, CA
On 3/15/21, at approximately 2:55 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and requested to see gold chains. While the subject was conversing with the sales associate, he asked to see a particular gold chain, before he decided on a second gold chain. ...
Suspect arrested after smash & grab robbery
Long Island, NY – On March 8, 2021, at approximately 1:40 p.m., 22-year-old John Hernandez used a small bat to smash a jewelry store’s display case.
SHOTS FIRED IN ROBBERY ATTEMPT AT FLEA MARKET – AUSTIN, TEXAS
On 3/12/21, in the afternoon, the Austin Police Department responded to what was initially reported as an active shooter. Investigators discovered that several subjects committed an armed robbery at a jewelry store in a flea market. The subjects fired sho ...
GRAB & RUN – VICTORVILLE, CA
On 3/9/21, at approximately 5:48 p.m., two male subjects entered a jewelry store and looked for an engagement ring. The first subject stated he has been with his girlfriend for 5 years and he was ready to purchase a ring in the $5,000 price range. As the ...
CREDIT FRAUD – ROSENBERG, TX
On 3/10/21, at approximately 11:45 a.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and said he was shopping for his daughter’s birthday gift. The male subject then selected a diamond ring, and a lab created diamond. The subject then presented a credit card t ...
Suspect arrested after stealing $9,000 in jewelry
Texarkana, TX – On March 7, 2021, Texarkana police arrested 28-year-old Kevin Parker after he committed a $9,000 grab & run from a store in a mall.
SMASH & GRAB ROBBERY MISTAKEN FOR ACTIVE SHOOTER – FRESNO, CA
On 3/9/21, at approximately 6:30 p.m., male subject dressed in black approached a jewelry kiosk inside of a mall. He then kicked the glass display case and broke through it. As the subject ran from the mall, he dropped most of the stolen jewelry in the ...
SMASH & GRAB SUSPECT ARRESTED – HICKSVILLE, NY
On 3/8/21, at approximately 1:42 p.m., a subject wearing a panda mask, approached the watch and diamond showcase at a jewelry store's lease line. He used a bat to smash the top showcase glass to gain entry. While the subject smashed the case, the sales as ...
DISTRACTION THEFTS – DAYTONA BEACH, FL
On 3/5/21, three female subjects approached a jewelry kiosk in a mall and one of them asked to see a chain. As the chain was placed on the display pad, the third female walked away from the presentation while the second asked to see nose rings. The sales ...
Grab and Runs on the Increase, JSA Says
New York, NY – On March 5, 2021, Rob Bates, News Director of JCK Online, published an article about the increase in Grab & Run thefts that the jewelry industry is currently experiencing.
SUBJECTS WANTED FOR SMASH & GRAB ROBBERY – PORTAGE, MI
On 3/4/21, at approximately 6:22 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and inquired about diamonds. They then walked over to a showcase containing loose diamonds. Once they approached the showcase, each subject pulled out a small sledge hammer and sm ...
Bystander shot in robbery targeting jewelry store owner during busy lunch hour
Beverly Hills, CA – On March 4, 2021, shortly after 2:00 p.m., three masked men fired shots and struck a bystander at an upscale restaurant. Click within to learn how the event unfolded.
SUBJECTS SOUGHT FOR BURGLARY-ENFIELD, CT
On 3/4/21, at approximately 4:25 a.m., a police officer on patrol saw a subject exiting from a jewelry store’s window. The unidentified subject fled from the scene and entered a light-colored Honda Civic. At least two subjects are believed to be responsib ...
SUBJECTS WANTED FOR GRAB & RUN – LITTLE ROCK, AR
On 3/2/21, at approximately 4:45 p.m., two subjects conversed with sales associates about engagement rings. They became interested in two different diamond rings and asked to see them both for comparison. They were told only one piece could be shown at a ...
MAN SENTENCED TO 34 YEARS AFTER ROBBERY – NEW BERN, N.C.
On 2/26/21, 56-year-old Charles "Supreme" Walker, Jr., was sentenced to 411 months in prison for two counts of Hobbs Act robbery, conspiracy to commit Hobbs Act robbery, brandishing a firearm during and in relation to a federal crime of violence, aiding a ...
3 SUSPECTS FROM MICHIGAN ARRESTED AFTER SMASH & GRAB – PEORIA, IL
On 2/26/21, at approximately 12:15 p.m., two male subjects entered a mall and smashed a jewelry store’s glass cases with a sledgehammer. They then entered an awaiting vehicle and drove off. No one was injured during the robbery. Police were provided with ...
ARMED ROBBERS STRIKE AGAIN – BRONX, NY
On 2/25/21, two subjects committed a gunpoint robbery at a jewelry store. The subjects instructed the store's clerk to go to the back of the store and open the safe. The subjects demanded all of the money. When the clerk told the subjects the safe was emp ...
International diamond fugitive will be extradited after $2 billion banking fraud
He is accused of perpetrating a $2 billion fraud.
GRAB & RUN – CHARLOTTE, NC
On 2/24/21, at approximately 5:45 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and when he was greeted an employee asked him what he was interested in. He stated that he was interested in a gold chain. He was at the case, and had been looking before the s ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – GREENVILLE, NC
On 2/18/21, at approximately 3:00 p.m., a female subject told the sales associate that she was interested in a chain. She picked one out and tried it on. The chain she returned to the sales associate was not the same chain. The sales associate showed the ...
SUBJECTS SOUGHT FOR GRAB & RUN – PLANO, TX
On 2/21/21, at approximately 1:35 p.m., two male subjects entered a jewelry store and requested to see men's gold bracelets. The subjects walked to the showcases and were then assisted by several sales associates. The first sales associate attempted to de ...
Group of jewel thieves who stole millions are now in custody in Paris
Paris, France – At the end of December 2020, eight people were arrested after a year-long criminal investigation by Spanish and French police. Authorities suspect the group stole nearly 20 million euros worth of jewelry.
SNEAK THEFT – LYNNWOOD, WA
On 2/15/21, at approximately 3:00 p.m., a subject entered a non-profit thrift store and stole a gold cross valued at $925. The subject was observed on video removing the piece. 100 percent of the store's profits go to support animal rescues and sanctuarie ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – LAS VEGAS, NV
On 2/13/21, at approximately 4:35 p.m., a male and female subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see diamond rings. They pointed out rings quickly in order to confuse the sales associate. During the interaction, the male subject took one of the ring ...
SMASH & GRAB – STERLING HEIGHTS, MI
On 2/15/21, at approximately 6:00 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and smashed a showcase containing diamond solitaire rings. The subjects used a sledgehammer. There were two sales associates in the store with two guests. One of the guests tried ...
Fugitive apprehended after stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of jewelry
He has committed numerous grab and run thefts.
FUGITIVE ARRESTED AFTER STEALING HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS WORTH OF JEWELRY- NJ & PA
On 2/10/21, 22-year-old Michael Larbi was arrested by U.S. Marshals in Delaware. He was charged with second-degree theft. Larbi is believed to have stolen hundreds of thousands of dollars in jewelry from several jewelry stores in New Jersey and Pennsylvan ...
VISA CREDIT FRAUD – SOUTHLAKE, TX
On 1/7/21, at approximately 12:55 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and purchased a 1 ct. diamond ring valued at $2,406 by utilizing an account bearing a last name that did not belong to him. The true account holder reported this to their local ...
GRAB & RUN – PHOENIX, AZ
On 2/7/21, at approximately 5:15 p.m., a female subject approached a jewelry kiosk and asked to see a specific 26” gold chain. The sales associate showed the subject the chain and when she received what she thought was the chain, the subject fled. The sal ...
Robbers get away with hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of jewelry
Aiea, HI – On February 7, 2021, at approximately 7:30 a.m., a 75-year-old man and his 62-year-old wife were in a white van. Click within to learn how they became victims of a robbery.
DISTRACTION THEFT – ORLANDO, FL
On 2/6/21, at approximately 3:30 p.m., a male and female subject entered a jewelry store and stood by the lab grown bridal case. A sales associate began to assist the couple and another male subject approached the same case. The second male subject placed ...
FRAUDULENT HIGH-END WATCHES SEIZED IN CINCINATTI, OH
On 1/28/21, federal officials from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seized 85 counterfeit high-end watches. The watches came from a plastic goods company in Honk Kong. They went through a shipping firm in Saudi Arabia and they were supposed to ...
SUBJECTS WEARING MOTORCYCLE HELMETS RANSACK JEWELRY STORE – HONOLULU, HI
On 2/3/21, at approximately 1:39 a.m., three subjects approached a jewelry store on motorcycles. One of the subjects threatened a security guard with a gun and stole his cell phone. Click here to view a news clip to find out what happened next. If you ha ...
PROFESSIONAL BURGLARS ESCAPE WITH $500k IN JEWELRY – SALADO, TX
On 1/31/21, between 2 and 4:30 a.m., two masked subjects cut through the exterior wall of a jewelry store to gain entry. Once they were inside, the subjects are believed to have used a plasma cutter to breach the steel safe. They then proceeded to steal j ...
WOODBRIDGE, VA – SUSPECT WANTED FOR JEWELRY STORE ROBBERY & CARJACKING
On 1/29/21, at approximately 1:15 p.m., officers responded to a call at a jewelry store. As a male subject was being shown jewelry, he implied he had a gun. He then grabbed the jewelry and fled from the location in a white sedan. On 1/30/21, officers resp ...
SUSPECT ARRESTED FOLLOWING ROBBERY – JONESBORO, AR
On 1/29/21, a suspect later identified as 43-year-old Jermaine Byers entered a retail jewelry store and asked to see a high-end watch. While the employee was showing Byers the watch, Byers snatched it out of the employees hand and caused a slight injury. ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – COLUMBIA, MO
On 1/28/21, at approximately 3:15 p.m., two male subjects entered a jewelry store and began to inquire about buying 14k gold chains. The subjects were shown several pieces from the gold showcase and stated they wanted to purchase multiple pieces for frien ...
Police Seek Help Identifying Smash & Grab Robbers
Charlotte, NC – On January 21, 2021, at approximately 8:00 p.m., two armed subjects entered a pawn shop. They then proceeded to smash display cases and steal jewelry.
3 MEN WANTED FOR 1 MINUTE BURGLARY – EL CAJON, CA
On 1/26/21, shortly after 12:45 a.m., a burglary was reported at a retail jewelry store. Three men used crowbars to smash their way into a business. They smashed through display cases and stole $50,000 worth of jewelry. Click here to view a news clip abou ...
SMASH & GRAB ROBBERY – FAIRFIELD, CA
On 1/26/21, at approximately 11:05 a.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and did not speak to associates. The subject then approached a case with gold chains and he removed an object from his pocket. The subject then smashed the object against the ...
GUNPOINT ROBBERY – ROBSTOWN, TX
On 1/23/21, at approximately 9:30 a.m., a male subject walked into a pawn shop. He held a bag in one hand and a gun in the other. He pointed his gun at the clerk and demanded that they give him all the jewelry on display. The subject then escaped with num ...
Son of Former Mayor Identified as Suspect in Jewelry Store Robbery
Iligan City, Lanao del Norte, Philippines – On January 22, 2021, the son of former mayor Fahad Salic was charged as one of the four robbers involved in a gunpoint robbery at a jewelry store.
POLICE SEEK HELP WITH IDENTIFYING ROBBERS – CHARLOTTE, N.C.
Police in Charlotte, N.C. are asking the public to assist them with any information regarding three subjects who committed a robbery. On December 29, 2020 at approximately 5:00 p.m., three subjects entered a retail jewelry store. One of the subjects immed ...
Shooting outside of jewelry store
Indianapolis, IN – On January 18, 2021, shortly after 2:00 p.m., a subject jumped over a jewelry store’s counter inside of a mall to steal chains. Click within to learn more.
SUSPECT ARRESTED AFTER SMASH & GRAB – SHIRLEY, NY
On 1/19/21, at approximately 4:40 p.m., a 22-year-old man identified as Joshua Wilson entered a jewelry store and attempted to gain access to a display case by smashing it with a concrete brick. He failed to gain access. Wilson then demanded an employee g ...
TWO CALIFORNIA BURGLARS ARRESTED IN OKLAHOMA
Early in the morning on 1/19/21, two men broke into a jewelry store and then smashed display cases. They proceeded to steal jewelry. Click here to view a news clip and learn how the suspects were arrested.
JSA Warns of Spike in Grab-and-Run Repeat Offenders
New York, NY – On January 20, 2021, the National Jeweler’s Brecken Branstrator wrote an article about the spike in Grab & Run crimes that the Jewelers’ Security Alliance has documented. Click within to read the article.
THIEF SHOT AT BY CUSTOMER – INDIANAPOLIS, IN
On 1/18/21, at approximately 2:00 p.m., a subject jumped over a jewelry storeâs counter inside of a mall to steal chains. After leaving the store, the subject was shot at by an armed customer. Police are looking for the thief as well as the man who fire ...
ARMED ROBBERY – LAFAYETTE, IN
On 1/17/21, at approximately 5:40 p.m., two subjects entered a retail jewelry store and approached the sales associate. One of the subjects showed the associate a handgun and then handed them a pillowcase. He instructed them to fill up the pillowcase with ...
GUNPOINT ROBBERY – DALLAS, TX
On 1/11/21, at approximately 7:30 p.m., two Hispanic men entered a retail jewelry store. They pointed a gun at the person working at the counter. They then proceeded to steal a large amount of gold jewelry. Click here to see an image of the subjects. If y ...
GUNPOINT ROBBER SENTENCED TO 7 YEARS IN PRISON – GREENBELT, MD
On 1/12/21, 25-year-old Ever Ramiro Torres Enriquez was sentenced to 84 months and a day in federal prison, followed by three years of supervised release. The sentence was imposed as a result of an armed robbery Enriquez committed at a jewelry store Tak ...
DIAMOND SWITCH – EL CAJON, CA
On 1/11/21, at approximately 1:55 p.m., a subject entered a store and asked to see a pair of earrings. He knew exactly which ones he wanted to see. The sales associate assisted him and showed him a pair of diamond solitaire earrings. The subject looked at ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – SYRACUSE, NY
On 1/9/21, at approximately 5:30 p.m., several individuals were around a kiosk while a sales associate was assisting a woman who had children with her. When the sales associate had a gold chain and a charm out of the case, the female asked to see another ...
SNEAK THEFT – DOUGLASVILLE, GA
On 1/8/21, at approximately 3:45 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and began looking at diamond earrings and other merchandise. At that time, all employees were assisting other guests at other showcases. Shortly thereafter, a customer obser ...
1,216 PIECES OF COUNTERFEIT JEWELRY SEIZED BY FEDERAL OFFICIALS – LOUISVILLE, KY
On 1//5/21, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers in Louisville, KY seized a shipment that came from Hong Kong. The seized property consisted of over 1,200 pieces of counterfeit jewelry. The shipment was going to Hollywood, FL. Officers insp ...
At Annual Luncheon, JSA Provides a Snapshot on Crime in 2020
New York, NY – On January 7, 2021, Michelle Graff of National Jeweler wrote an article about the Jewelers’ Security Alliances Annual Luncheon which took place virtually on January 6, 2021. Click within to read the article.
SUSPECT ARRESTED AFTER STEALING HIGH-END WATCHES – NAPLES, FL
On December 30, 2020 34-year-old Andrew Strange of Broward County, FL was extradited to Collier County, FL where he was charged with grand theft $20,000 - $100,000. On 10/1019, at approximately 5:15 p.m., Strange grabbed high-end watches from a jewelry st ...
SUSPECT ARRESTED AFTER ASSAULTING 89-YEAR-OLD – LA GRANGE, KY
On 12/31/20, in the afternoon, a suspect later identified as 26-year-old Shampayle Strother, went into a department store and inquired about seeing jewelry. When the 89-year-old clerk started to unlock the drawer, the subject reached over. The clerk put h ...
SUBJECTS WANTED FOR ROBBERY AND THEFT – CALIFORNIA
As recently as 12/7/20, two subjects committed a smash and grab robbery at a jewelry store in Carlsbad, CA. In that incident, the first subject used a hammer to break a display case. The second subject then entered the store and stole several pieces of go ...
MAN AND WOMAN CHARGED AFTER ROBBERY – NEW BERN, NC
On 12/28/20, at approximately 2:50 p.m., 22-year-old Hunter Martin went into a jewelry store. He punched an employee in the face and then ran out of the mall with jewelry. He was seen getting into a silver car with a female inside. Approximately two hou ...
GRAB & RUN – LANSING, MI
On 12/27/20, at approximately 1:30 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and requested to see diamond rings. After the subject was shown several rings, he walked around the store and looked at various pieces of jewelry inside showcases. He then returned ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – ROSEVILLE, MS
On 12/26/20, at approximately 4:00 pm, a male subject entered a jewelry store along with two female subjects to look at gold chains. The male subject stated his name was Johnny. He claimed that he just bought a chain from another retailer and wanted to co ...
Wholesale jewelers orchestrated home invasion at former ‘friends’ residence
A couple that worked in the jewelry industry stole jewelry from a former friend
MASKED GUNMAN SOUGHT IN ROBBERY – WEST HAVEN, CT
On 12/22/20, a subject committed a gunpoint robbery at a jewelry store. Limited information has been released. Click here to view pictures of the subject. If you have any information regarding the identity of the subject involved, please email the Jeweler ...
SUBJECT CONCEALS TRAY OF RINGS IN COAT – PALM SPRINGS, CA
On 12/18/20, a man wearing a black trench coat, a blue face covering and a dark bandana entered into a store that sells jewelry. The subject paced in the store for about 6 minutes. As an employee assisted another customer, the subject concealed a tray of ...
ARMED ROBBERY – HEATH, OH
On 12/19/20, at approximately 6:34 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store; the first subject was on his cell phone, while the second subject went directly over to the display case containing gold merchandise. The first subject asked where the solitair ...
MUSICIAN FACING JAIL TIME FOR GRAND THEFT OF JEWELRY
30-year-old singer Sean Kingston was recently charged in connection with grand theft for failure to pay for jewelry that was delivered to him. Law enforcement does not intend to actively search for Kingston, however, the warrant would come up if Kingston ...
SUSPECT CONVICTED FOR ROBBERY – NEW BERN, N.C.
On 12/14/20, a federal grand jury convicted 56-year-old Charles Walker Jr., for his involvement in robbing two jewelry stores. According to a Department of Justice press release, Walker was convicted and charged with conspiracy to commit Hobbs Act robbery ...
NYPD ARRESTS BURGLAR ON JEWELRY STORE ROOF – BRONX, NY
On 12/12/20, at approximately 4:30 a.m., 31-year-old Francisco Barrera set off an alarm system for a jewelry store located inside of a building. The New York Police Department's Emergency Services Unit responded to the scene and arrested the suspect. This ...
Jewelry losses From Crime Nearly Doubled in 2019, Defying Long-Term Trend
San Diego, CA – On December 10, 2020, the Claims Journal wrote an article about JSA’s 2019 Annual Crime Report. Click within to read the article.
Gang Burglaries Drive Rise in Crime Losses
New York, NY – On December 9, 2020 Diamonds.net (Rapaport) published an article regarding JSA’s 2019 crime report. Click within to read the article.
TWO MASKED MEN WANTED FOR ARMED ROBBERY – IDAHO FALLS, ID
On 12/10/20, at approximately 3:15 p.m., two White male subjects wearing all black with ski masks over their faces entered a jewelry store. One of them held a handgun and the other held a stun gun. One of the subjects used the stun gun on one of the victi ...
TWO MEN ARRESTED FOR $100K JEWELRY PAWN SHOP ROBBERY – JACKSONVILLE, FL
On 12/10/20, Sheriff Mike Williams of the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office held a press conference in which he announced the arrests of two suspects who were involved in a gunpoint robbery of a pawn shop on 11/16/20. In that incident, two men claimed they we ...
SMASH & GRAB – CARLSBAD, CA
On 12/7/20, two subjects committed a smash and grab robbery. The first subject entered a jewelry store with a hammer and broke display cases that contained gold. The second subject then entered the store with a bag. They both put jewelry in the bag and fl ...
Jewelers’ Security Alliance Releases 2019 Annual Crime Report
New York, NY – On December 8, 2020, the Jewelers Security Alliance (JSA) released its 2019 Annual Crime Report.
SMASH & GRAB – CHICAGO, IL
On 12/4/20, at approximately 6:40 p.m., a male subject used a trash can to smash through the side window of a jewelry store. Police responded to the scene quickly. The subject then entered through the store’s broken window. He proceeded to use a chair to ...
BURGLAR STEALS $250,000 IN JEWELRY – FORT MYERS, FL
On 11/30/20, a subject entered a store that sells jewelry and he hid behind a couch until the store closed. Click here to watch a video which explains and shows how the subject committed the crime. If you have any information regarding this subject's iden ...
JSA Offering Reward in Stabbing Death of CA Jeweler
New York, NY – On December 4, 2020, Michelle Graff of National Jeweler, wrote an article about JSA offering a reward for information leading to the arrest of the man who killed Los Angeles jeweler Eshagh Natanzadeh, 62. Click within to read the article.
JSA Offers Reward for L.A. Jeweler’s Killer
New York, NY – On December 4, 2020, Rob Bates of JCKonline wrote an article about the death of 62-year-old Eshagh Natanzadeh. The Jewelers Security Alliance was mentioned in the article for offering a reward for information leading to the subject’s arrest.
ARMED ROBBERY – PHOENIX, AZ
On 12/1/20, at approximately 8:10 p.m., two sales associates were outside and in the process of locking up their store for the evening. The associates were then approached by a Black male subject, who had been hiding behind a pillar. The subject had a wea ...
ARMED ROBBERY – SYRACUSE, NY
On 12/1/20, at approximately 7:50 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and stated his name was Lorenzo. He said his girlfriend’s name was Hannah and he was looking for an engagement ring. As the sales associate was assisting him, he decided he wanted t ...
SUBJECT WANTED FOR SNEAK THEFT – OPELIKA, AL
On 11/17/20, a subject reached over a display case and concealed multiple bracelets in a pawn shop. He placed them in his pocket and then left the store. He was described as a Black male. The Opelika Police Department said the subject was last seen wearin ...
COUPLE SOUGHT FOR BURGLARY – NACODOCHES, TX
On 11/27/20, at approximately 4:00 a.m., two subjects committed a burglary in which three necklaces were stolen from a jewelry store; two in Sterling silver and one was in gold. The subjects were described as a couple. Click here to watch a video to learn ...
SUBJECT WANTED FOR BURGLARY – MONROE COUNTY, MI
On 11/22/20, a male subject committed a burglary at a jewelry store. Click here to see his picture. If you have any information regarding this subject, please email the Jewelers’ Security Alliance at jsa2@jewelerssecurity.org.
ROBBER ARRESTED AFTER 6-HOUR STAND OFF WITH POLICE – TRUMBULL, CT
On 11/20/20, at approximately 7:00 p.m., 24-year-old Eddie Lynch brandished a gun and committed an armed robbery at a jewelry store. He used the gun to break the glass of a display case and that is when the gun went off once. No one was injured. He then ...
Couple wanted for credit fraud & a distraction theft
This subject and her accomplice are wanted for credit fraud.
PACKAGE RETRIEVAL SCAM
The Jewelers' Security Alliance has recently been informed of a scam in which a female subject is calling jewelry stores claiming to be from FedEx or UPS. She states that the carrier shipped "the wrong cartons" and needed to send someone to "recall the p ...
3 GERMAN MEN ARRESTED FOLLOWING $1 BILLION DRESDEN MUSEUM BURGLARY
More than 1,600 officers raided 18 locations in Berlin, Germany on 11/17/20. The raids were conducted in connection to a burglary that occurred at the Green Vault Museum in Dresden, Germany on 11/25/19. Federal special police forces were also deployed to ...
THE IMPACT OF CHARGEBACKS & FALSE DECLINES TO YOUR ONLINE SALES
On 11/17/20, Denise Purtzer, VP of Partnerships and Alliances for ClearSale gave a webinar in which she described the monetary costs of chargebacks and false declines. She also described the potential impact to customer experiences so that you have the to ...
BURGLAR STEALS 76 RINGS WORTH $50K IN BURGLARY – PLANO, TX
On 11/4/20, shortly before midnight, a male subject used a rock to break through the glass door of a jewelry store. The subject stole 76 rings. Click here to view a video of the subject committing the crime and to see an interview with the store's owner. ...
STAGED ROBBERY – CHARLOTTE, NC
On 11/13/20, at approximately 2:15 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see gold chains. He was shown chains by the sales associate and he had the chain in question in his possession. A second male subject then entered the store. That ...
ROBBERS FACE UP TO 20 YEARS IN PRISON – LINCOLN, NE
On 11/12/20, judge Darla Ideus sentenced 23-yeard-old Anthony Toliver and Brandell McKissic-Elliot, 19, both to 15 to 20 years in prison for their involvement in a jewelry store robbery on 1/15/20. On that day, one of the subjects was armed with what may ...
Professional Burglar Arrested After $7 Million Burglary
James Patrick Quinn, 55, was charged with committing a $7 million burglary.
SUBJECT SOUGHT FOR NEARLY $200,000 WORTH OF GRAB & RUNS – BORDENTOWN, NJ
The New Jersey State State Police are searching for a male subject who has committed at least three recent grab and run thefts. On 10/28/20, the subject stole diamond rings in Marlton, NJ. He was wearing a gold watch on his left wrist. He also had a red i ...
ROBBER SENTECED TO 9 YEARS IN PRISON – CREVE COEUR, MO
On 11/9/20, a federal judge sentenced 44-year-old Michael A. Gladney to 112 months; or nine years in prison. On 3/19/18, at approximately 12:40 p.m. Gladney and three other men entered a jewelry store and ordered employees to the back of the business at ...
SMASH & GRAB ROBBERY – FARMINGTON, CT
On 11/7/20, at approximately 7:00 p.m., there were several reports of shots fired at a mall. The ensuing investigation revealed that two men smashed display cases at a jewelry store. The subjects fled into an awaiting vehicle. If you have any information ...
GRAB & RUN – LUMBERTON, NC
On 11/5/20, at approximately 3:45 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and said he was interested in a Cuban link chain. He said it was for himself. He also stated that his girlfriend had recently shopped at the store. During the conversation, he ...
FAILED WALL ENTRY BURGLARY – ISLAND PARK, NY
On 11/3/20, at approximately 2:00 p.m., burglar(s) entered a vacant store through a hole in the roof. Once inside they tried to enter a jewelry store by cutting a hole into the wall. However, they were unsuccessful and then escaped. If you have any inform ...
SUBJECTS WANTED FOR GUNPOINT ROBBERY – NEW PALTZ, NY
On 11/2/20, at approximately 2:50 am the New Paltz Police Department received a notification from a panic alarm at a jewelry store. Responding officers saw two armed and masked people in the store who fled on foot once police arrived. The subjects left a ...
ROBBERY – LIBERTYVILLE, IL
On 10/31/20, at approximately 11:24 a.m., the Libertyville Police Department responded to a report of an armed robbery. A male subject entered a jewelry store and looked at jewelry for about 30 minutes. The subject presented a note to an employee which in ...
SUSPECT ARRESTED AFTER STABBING JEWELRY STORE MANAGER – VACAVILLE, CA
On 10/23/20, 47-year-old Jason Greenwald of Vacaville, CA was booked into Solano County Jail in Fairfield, CA. Greenwald is accused of robbing a jewelry store on October 14. In that incident he apologized to an employee before stabbing her with a knife. ...
SNEAK THEFT – NASHVILLE, TN
On 10/28/20, a retail jewelry store was the victim of a distraction theft. After conducting inventory counts, four men’s Movado watches were discovered missing from a showcase. A review of the store's video revealed a male subject entering the store and r ...
GRAB & RUN – LANSING, MI
On 10/28/20, at approximately 3:30 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see a gold chain. A sales associate showed him a gold chain and returned it to the showcase. The subject then moved over to the diamond showcase where he asked to see ...
SNEAK THEFT – PEMBROKE PINES, FL
While jewelry store personnel conducted case counts, they realized they were missing a pair of princess diamond solitaire earrings. After reviewing video of the showcase where the earrings were displayed, a Black female was observed going into the case an ...
$4 MILLION BURGLARY; ENTRY MADE BY WALL – SANTA FE, N.M.
Last month, several subjects are believed to have broken into an art gallery where they stole $4 million worth of jewelry. Click here to view a video regarding this incident. If you have any information regarding the subjects involved, please email the Je ...
JSA Says There’s Been a Spike in Distraction Thefts
New York, NY – On October 27, 2020, Brecken Branstrator, of National Jeweler, outlined recent distraction thefts that JSA has documented across the country. Click within to read the article.
ONLINE FRAUD WEBINAR – NEW YORK, NY
New York, NY - On October 20, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. Ryan Ruddock, Senior Research Assistant at Jewelers Security Alliance, presented a 30-minute webinar entitled Online Scammers: Precautions for Online Selling. Click here to see a recording of the webinar.
ELMHURST, NY – DISTRACTION THEFT
On 10/22/20, at approximately 1:07 p.m., a male and female subject entered a jewelry store. The male subject walked to the gold showcase and the female subject positioned herself at another showcase. Initially, the sales associate approached the male subj ...
Online Scammers: Precautions for Online Selling Webinar
New York, NY – On October 20, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. Ryan Ruddock, Senior Research Assistant at Jewelers Security Alliance, presented a 30-minute webinar entitled Online Scammers: Precautions for Online Selling. Click within to see a recording of the webinar.
CHAIN SWITCH – COLORADO SPRINGS, CO
On 10/19/20, at approximately 6:00 p.m., a male and female subject visited a retail jewelry store. The male subject requested to see gold chains. During his interaction with the sales associate, he agreed to apply for a credit application. The sales assoc ...
WEST SENECA, NY – SNEAK THEFT
On 10/16/20, at 6:35 p.m., a subject entered the store asking to see the largest and best quality diamond rings in the store. The sales associate showed him several diamond rings and the subject asked to compare several at a time. The sales associate lost ...
SMASH & GRAB – SAN DIEGO, CA
On 10/19/20, at approximately 6:20 p.m., two subjects went into a retail jewelry store and began breaking the glass on two cases that contained gold jewelry. The subjects used what appeared to be a hammer. They reached into the cases and removed merchandi ...
ROBBER STABS MANAGER – VACAVILLE, CA
On 10/14/20, at approximately 12:50 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store under the guise that he was browsing for gifts for his mother. After inquiring about the location of the nearest ATM, the subject exited the store and returned roughly 45 min ...
GRAB & RUN – PORTLAND, ME
On 10/14/20, at approximately 1:30 p.m., while conducting inventory counts, store management discovered that several pieces of jewelry were missing. They determined that on 10/9/20, a sneak theft had occurred while the subject was shown several chains and ...
LAKEWOOD, CO – GRAB & RUN
On 10/11/20, at approximately 5:10 p.m., a subject visited a store and began talking on his cellphone as he waited for sales associates to finish assisting other guests. A sales associate approached the subject to assist him. The subject stated he was fro ...
SMASH & GRAB – BROOKLYN, NY
On 10/11/20, at approximately 4:40 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and stated he was interested in engagement rings and gold chains. The sales associate initially presented gold chains to the subject but he was not interested in the items. Th ...
GUNPOINT ROBBERY – SUMNER, WA
On 10/7/20, at approximately 7:37 p.m. two male subjects committed an armed robbery at a jewelry store. After entering the store, the subjects looked at various items and stayed for about twenty minutes. One left to let his puppy go to the bathroom. He th ...
Tips for Burglary Prevention as Professionals ‘Return to Work’
New York, NY – On October 2, 2020, Michelle Graff, of National Jewelers published an article about JSA’s crime report; Professional Burglars Return to Work.
GRAB & RUN – PALM COAST, FL
On 10/6/20, at approximately 3:25 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and stated he was interested in chains. He inquired about credit cards and then asked about gold charms. The sales associate proceeded to show him charms from the catalogue, and soo ...
Leader of Colombian robbery crew sentenced for murder of traveling salesman
Robert Paul Riveros was sentenced to 22 years in prison for his involvement in the robbery and homicide of a jewelry salesman near the DFW Airport.
ARMED ROBBERY – CHANDLER, AZ
On 10/3/20, at approximately 6:46 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and displayed a weapon. He ordered everyone to get on the ground and then he directed a sales associate to get high-end watches. The subject told the sales associate to hurry and th ...
ROBBER SENTENCED TO FOUR YEARS IN PRISON – SAN MATEO, CA
On 10/1/20, 24-year-old Jimmy Brionez was sentenced to four years in prison for robbing a jewelry store while armed in 2018. Click here to read details pertaining to the crime.
ARMED ROBBERY – BOLINGBROOK, IL
On 9/25/20, officers from the Bolingbrook Police department were dispatched to a jewelry store for an armed robbery. Two masked male subjects entered the store armed with handguns. The subjects demanded money from the cash register and they also stole jew ...
ROOFTOP BURGLARY – HINESVILLE, GA
On 9/25/20, after midnight, officers from the Hinesville Police Department responded to a call of an alarm that went off at a jewelry store. Upon arrival, they walked around the business and looked inside the plate glass window, but they could not see tha ...
SIDEWALL BURGLARY – GRAND ISLAND, NE
Overnight between 9/25/20 and 9/26/20, burglars cut a hole in the cement wall of a Church that a jewelry store shares a wall with. The subjects stole about a quarter of a million dollars worth of items. If you have any information regarding this incident, ...
COUNTERFEIT CURRENCY – CHICAGO, IL
On 9/26/20, at approximately 11:58 a.m., a Black male subject entered a jewelry store and requested to see gold chains. Once he had possession of a Cuban link chain, he placed 4 stacks of $20 bills totaling $8000 on the counter. He then left the store. Al ...
GRAB & RUN – FREDERICK, MD
On 9/23/20, at approximately 12:30 p.m., a subject came into the store and asked to look at chains. He said he lost his chain on a jet ski and needed a replacement but he was waiting for a check to clear. The subject tried to see three pieces at once, but ...
ATTEMPTED ARSONISTS CHARGED – MADISON, WI
On 9/23/20, Federal prosecutors announced that two individuals were charged for attempted arson at a jewelry store. 27-year-old Anessa Fierro and 45-year-old Willie Johnson, are accused of being part of a group that broke windows and glass doors. The subj ...
GRAB & RUN – ELIZABETH, NJ
On 9/22/20, at approximately 6:30 p.m., a male subject was looking at rings under the premise of upgrading his wife’s ring and to purchase one that was around 2 cts with a $9,000 budget. After looking at several rings, he asked to see a certain piece. Onc ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – TRUMBULL, CT
On 9/21/20, a jewelry store manager reported the top of the counter display case containing five watches was missing. A review of video revealed the display case containing five watches was removed from the counter by a lone subject on 9/19/20 at approxim ...
GRAB & RUN – YORKTOWN, HEIGHTS
On 9/18/20, at approximately 6:00 p.m., two sales associates were assisting a male and female subject at a jewelry store. The male subject was looking at a chain and cross while the female subject looked at a chain and a ring. After the male tried one ite ...
MAN ACCUSED IN ROBBERY MOVED FROM HOSPITAL TO JAIL – PEMBROKE PINES, FL
On 9/15/20, 31-year-old Marquise Jamaal Wiley was charged with armed robbery with a deadly weapon. The charge was a result of a gunpoint robbery Wiley committed last month at a jewelry store. Click here to read an article with more details about that inci ...
GRAB & RUN – NORTH CHARLESTON, SC
On 9/17/20, at approximately 12:40 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see a matching engagement set and to take a photo of it. When the manager placed the items on a display finger and presented it to the subject, the subject grabbe ...
GUNPOINT ROBBERY – ORLANDO, FL
On 9/13/20, at approximately 10:49 p.m., two subjects approached a mall kiosk, where a security guard was standing. A gun was pulled on the security guard, who was made to get on the ground. One of the subject's began smashing the showcases with a ten pou ...
FBI CHARGES TWO ROMANIAN MEN AFTER STEALING JEWELRY IN 3 STATES – WYOMING
On 9/9/20, two Romanian men, identified as Ionel Serban and Nicolae Ursu were charged in federal court in Wyoming. The men were charged with interstate transportation of stolen property after being caught in a fraudulent return scam. Click here to read m ...
GRAB AND RUN – LAKE GROVE, NY
On 9/10/20, at 3:20 a.m., a male subject approached a kiosk and stated he was interested in gold chains. After discussing the chains, the subject requested to look at the 30â rope chain. While in possession of the 30â rope chain, the subject requested ...
GRAB & RUN – TEMPE, AZ
On 9/9/20, at approximately 12:30 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and said he had been to the store previously. He said he was set up on progressive leasing. He asked to see a gold cross and the sales associate showed it to him. The subject later ...
THEFT – HAYWARD, CA
On 9/8/20, at approximately 11:25 p.m., a male subject approached a jewelry store and asked to see a pendant. After the associate pulled it out, the subject requested to try on the pendant. The associate informed him that he would have to wait a moment, a ...
GRAB & RUN – WATERBURY, CT
On 9/3/20, at approximately 4:30 p.m., a male subject approached a kiosk and stated he was interested in gold chains and charms. The subject alleged he was shopping online and he wanted to see the chains at the store. After looking at several chains, the ...
GUNPOINT ROBBERY – WASHINGTON, PA
On 9/2/20, at approximately 6:00 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and showed black handguns to the store associates. The subjects handed over pillowcases and demanded the associates to fill them up. The subjects then fled with jewelry. Both me ...
ATTEMPTED CREDIT FRAUD – ORANGE, CA
On 9/1/20, at approximately 6:35 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and attempted to purchase a men’s gold bracelet valued at $7,000 on a store branded credit card. The subject had some of the information for his account, but he was unable to re ...
BURGLARY – FRIENDSWOOD, TX
On 8/30/20, at approximately 6:15 p.m., a subject entered a kiosk 10 minutes after the team had closed an exited for the night. A worker in the mall noticed an unknown subject inside the kiosk. The worker called a team member to ask if they had a new empl ...
4 SENTENCED, 1 SOUGHT IN CASE INVOLVING NATIVE AMERICAN JEWELRY- NEW YORK, NY
On 9/1/20, Michelle Graff, of National Jeweler, published an article recounting an investigation into counterfeit Native American jewelry. Click here to read the article.
DISTRACTION THEFT – TOWSON, MD
On 8/26/20, at approximately 6:30 p.m., as merchandise in the store was being put into bins, a subject came to the gate. The subject was elderly and had a cane. He claimed to be blind in one eye and he asked to look at merchandise. In an effort to provide ...
SUSPECT WANTED FOR TWO SMASH & GRAB ROBBERIES – SEATTLE, WA
Law enforcement from Seattle, Tacoma and Tukwila, WA are seeking to locate 22-year-old Christopher Allen King. King is accused of committing two smash and grab robberies at jewelry stores. Click here to see a picture of King and to view a video to learn m ...
GRAB AND RUN – ROUND ROCK, TX
On 8/25/20, at approximately 12:41 p.m., a lone subject entered entered a jewelry store and asked to see gold bracelets. The sales associate greeted and then began working with the subject. Within three to four minutes of the sales presentation, the subje ...
VANDALISM – ROCHESTER, NY
On 8/22/20, at approximately 1:00 p.m., two males approached a jewelry store and began to yell at staff. They claimed the merchandise was too expensive and they began to kick in the showcase. They then fled to a waiting vehicle. A mall patron captured an ...
SUSPECT ARRESTED AFTER KNOCKING OVER ELDERY WOMAN – STUART, FL
On 8/19/20, at approximately 1:18 p.m., a suspect stole a $125,000 necklace from a jewelry store. Before the subject fled from the store, he knocked over an elderly woman. A friend of the jewelry store owner fired a shot at the rear tire of the suspect's ...
FBI IMPERSONATOR SENTENCED – ST. GEORGE, UT
Last week, 57-year-old Kevin White was sentenced to nearly a decade in federal prison after he impersonated an FBI agent during a robbery in St. George, UT. White used at least 17 aliases. He was on federal supervised release after serving more than 13 ye ...
SNEAK THEFT – COLUMBUS, OH
On 8/7/20, at approximately 4:25 p.m., a single male subject entered a jewelry store at 4:09 p.m. He was assisted at the diamond earring display case. As an employee was opening the side of the display unit, it was observed that the subject reached inside ...
GUNPOINT ROBBERY – CRESTVIEW HILLS, KY
On 8/17/20, at approximately 12:40 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see watches. After that initial request, he asked to see gold chains and bracelets; he then exited the store. At 1:09 p.m., the subject returned and asked to see ...
TWO SHOT IN ATTEMPTED JEWELRY STORE ROBBERY – PEMBROKE PINES, FL
On 8/15/20, at approximately 2:15 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and one of the men began smashing display cases with a hammer. The other male retrieved items from the display case. An employee of the store pulled out a concealed firearm and s ...
LOOTING SUSPECT ARRESTED – PORTLAND, OR
On 8/10/20, Shaylynn King was arrested for looting a jewelry store on 5/29/20. The warrant states that King participated in a demonstration on 5/29/20Â that continued into 5/30/20. During that demonstration several people broke into a jewelry store. The ...
JCK Virtual 2020: How to Protect Your Business From Digital Fraudsters
On 8/11/20, the JCK Virtual show, held a JCK Talks session which discussed cybersecurity. âDJ Murphy, editor-in-chief of Card Not Present, moderated a discussion with John Kennedy, president of the Jewelersâ Security Alliance, and e-commerce securi ...
SUBJECT SOUGHT FOR $3,500 THEFT – HOOVER, AL
On 8/4/20, a Black male subject stole two 10 karat gold necklaces and two gold charms from a jewelry store. Click here to view pictures of the subject. If you have any information regarding his identity, please email the Jewelers' Security Alliance at jsa ...
19-YEAR-OLD ROBBER THREATENS JEWELER’S SON – SAN ANTONIO, TX
On 8/6/20, shortly before 7:00 p.m., 19-year-old Sergio De Alba grabbed gold chains from the owner of a jewelry store. As De Alba fled, the owner's son chased him into the parking lot. De Alba pointed a gun at the man, who stopped pursuing him. De alba wa ...
POLICE SEARCHING FOR GETAWAY DRIVER IN ROBBERY – SAN ANTONIO, TX
On 8/8/20, two suspects were involved in a smash & grab robbery at a store that sells jewelry. On that day, 29-year-old Ricky Green, entered the store and approached a jewelry case. He then pulled out a hammer and began smashing the top of the display ...
FOUR SUBJECTS COMMIT THEFT – DUBLIN, OH
On 7/18/20, four Black female subjects approached a jewelry kiosk in a mall and they asked to see crosses. The employee removed one item at a time. When the employee asked for the cross back from the first subject, the subject said "I had it" and ignored ...
TWO MEN WANTED FOR SMASH & GRAB ROBBERY – BRUNSWICK, GA
On 8/4/20, two male subjects armed with hammers, committed a smash and grab robbery at a jewelry store. They smashed through the store's glass cases, grabbed jewelry and then ran out of the mall. They were last seen leaving the mall and heading toward Int ...
SUBJECTS OPEN FIRE ON A JEWELRY CASE – ISSAQUAH, WA
On 8/2/20, at approximately 6:30 a.m., three subjects drove a stolen truck into a store. Employees were in the store at the time, however, the store was closed to customers. An employee was told to leave when a subject pointed a gun at them. No one was hu ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – PLEASANT PRAIRIE, WI
On 7/29/20, at approximately 2:48 p.m., a Black female subject entered a retail jewelry store and requested to see diamond engagement rings. Seconds later, two Black males entered the store and joined the female. At that point, a sales associate was prese ...
BURGLARS WANTED – WAUSAU, WI
On 7/28/20, at approximately 4:15 a.m., a male and female subject burglarized a jewelry store. The male wore black or dark pants, a gray or similar colored hoodie, black shoes and a baseball cap. The female subject wore black or dark pants, a dark hooded ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – PALM COAST, FL
On 7/25/20, at approximately 1:17 p.m., two female subjects entered a jewelry store and took interest in gold bracelets. They presented themselves as mother and daughter. Before the sales presentation, the mother removed a large amount of cash from her wa ...
GUNMEN WANTED FOR ROBBERY – DEARBORN, MI
On 7/22/20, at approximately 5:30 p.m., two male subjects entered a jewelry store armed with handguns. The duo left with an assortment of jewelry. The first subject was described as White or Arabic and 6' to 6'3" tall. He has a slim build. The second ...
TWO SUBJECTS WANTED FOR BURGLARY – YORKTOWN, VA
On 7/25/20, at approximately 11:50 p.m., deputies from the York-Poquoson Sheriff’s Office responded to a jewelry store. They found that a rock was used to shatter the glass front door. Once inside the store, the subjects shattered three glass display case ...
BURGLARS TAKE ADVANTAGE OF PORTLAND PROTESTS – PORTLAND, OR
Three businesses in Portland were burglarized by what may be the same subject over the last three weeks. Click here to view a video which recounts the subject's crimes. If you have any information regarding the subject's identity, please email the Jeweler ...
MASKED THIEF WANTED FOR GRAB & RUN – NIAGRA, NY
On 7/20/20, at approximately 4:50 p.m., a masked male subject was inside of a jewelry store when he asked to see an 8 ct. diamond bracelet. As the employee placed the bracelet on the counter, the male grabbed it and then fled from the store. Click here to ...
SMASH & GRAB ROBBERY – SPRINGFIELD, MA
On 7/20/20, shortly after 4 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and smashed a glass counter. They then stole an undisclosed amount of jewelry. No injuries were reported. If you have any information regarding this incident, please email the Jewelers ...
SUSPECT ARRESTED AFTER GUNPOINT ROBBERY – DOVER, DE
On 7/17/20, just before 11:45 a.m., 25-year old Mazen Faraj attempted to rob a jewelry store at gunpoint. Upon entering the store, Faraj revealed a purple and silver handgun, while he demanded jewelry from an employee. The employee refused to give up the ...
SUSPECT ARRESTED AFTER FIRING SHOTS IN JEWELRY STORE – WESTLAND, MI
On 7/9/20, in the late afternoon, 24-year-old Gregory Jones was in a jewelry store with acquaintances when they got into an argument. During the dispute, Jones pulled out a gun and then fired shots into the air. He allegedly fired shots at the men he was ...
Man Charged in $200 million jewelry Ponzi Scheme
He ran a $200 million Ponzi scheme and promised returns of up to 75%.
MAN CHARGED IN $200 MILLION PONZI SCHEME – MELVILLE, NY
On 7/14/20, 53-year-old Gregory Altieri, was charged with one count of wire fraud. Federal prosecutors have accused Altieri of running a two-year, $200 million Ponzi scheme. Seth DuCharme, the acting United States Attorney for the Eastern District of New ...
ROUNDTABLE: How to keep jewellery stores safe during a pandemic PART II
On 7/10/20, ProfessionalJeweler.com shared some insight into how jewelers are keeping their stores safe during the Covid-19 pandemic. Click here to learn more.
SUSPECT ARRESTED AFTER BURGLARY – RACINE, WI
A 24-year-old man from Racine, WI identified as Montavius Drane appeared in court on 7/9/20 for allegedly burglarizing a jewelry store on 6/1/20; which was the same night as civil unrest in Racine. Click here to learn more about how police implicated Dran ...
GRAB & RUN – KANSAS CITY, KS
On 7/7/20, at approximately 6:05 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to look at engagement rings for his girlfriend of 6 ½ years. He was shown a ring and then also asked to look at diamond tennis bracelets. The ring was returned to the showc ...
GRAB & RUN – LITHONIA, GA
On 7/7/20, at approximately 2:26 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see a diamond ring. After the sales associate removed the item from the showcase, the male asked to see a gold bracelet as well. The sales associate informed the ...
SUSPECT ARRESTED AFTER DRIVING CAR THROUGH MALL – BEAUMONT, TX
On 7/4/20, at approximately 7:54 p.m., 40-year-old Garrick White crashed his car into the entrance of a mall. White then burglarized a jewelry kiosk and then fled on foot. He was subsequently arrested. He is being charged with criminal mischief and two co ...
FATHER OF JEWELRY THIEVES RETURNS RING – VILLA PARK, CA
On 6/27/20, shortly before closing, two women committed a distraction theft and stole a $10,000 ring from a jewelry store. Following the theft, the store received a handwritten letter from a person purporting to be the women's father. The letter explained ...
IDENTITIES OF MASKED MEN SOUGHT AFTER SAFE ATTACK BURGLARY – ASTORIA, OR
On 6/26/20, at approximately 11:30 p.m., three subjects burglarized a jewelry store. They used tools to cut through floors, walls, and the safe. They stole an undisclosed amount of jewelry. The burglary appears to be consistent with a professional burglar ...
BURGLAR ATTEMPTED ENTRY THROUGH ROOF – STAMFORD, CT
On 6/18/20, at approximately 3:34 a.m., burglary subject attempted to gain access to a jewelry store by cutting a hole in the ceiling. The subject was observed wearing very distinct sneakers. Click here to see footage of the crime. If you have any informa ...
WRONGFUL ARREST FROM FACIAL RECOGNITION TECHNOLOGY – FARMINGTON HILLS, MI
Robert Williams, 42, was arrested and misidentified for stealing five watches from a store. Facial recognition technology was utilized to arrest him. He recently recounted his experience. Click here to hear from Robert Williams and click here to learn mor ...
ROBBERY SUSPECTS TO BE ARRAIGNED – STAMFORD, CT
The three suspects accused of committing a robbery that resulted in the homicide of 69-year-old jeweler Marc Vuono will be arraigned this week. The arraignment will take place via a Zoom conference call on 7/2/20. Earlier last month, federal officials ann ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – CARSON, CA
On 6/27/20, at approximately 1:25 p.m., a sales associate assisted a family in viewing watches. The husband selected a watch that he was interested in purchasing. The subject agreed to complete a credit application. As the credit application was being pro ...
Moving Online: Protecting Your Business from Cyber attacks
New York, NY – On June 25, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. ET, Andrea Hill of Hill Management Group, hosted a webinar on protecting your business from cyber attacks. The panelists for the webinar included, John Kennedy, President of the Jewelers’ Security Alliance, Greg (Dutch) Holland-Merten, Director of HMH Consultants, and Elliot Atlas, Chief Technology Officer of Virtual Diamond Boutique. View the recording of the webinar within!
Moving Online: Protecting Your Business from Cyber attacks
On 6/25/20, at 1:00 p.m. ET, Andrea Hill of Hill Management Group, will host a webinar on protecting your business from cyber attacks. The panelists for the webinar include, John Kennedy, President of the Jewelers' Security Alliance, Greg (Dutch) Holland- ...
GOLD CHAIN SWITCH – PUYALLUP, WA
On 6/18/20, at approximately 12:30 p.m., a male and female entered a retail jewelry store. They asked to see gold chains. After viewing a third item, the male subject attempted to clasp the chain by holding it in front of his neck, with the length of the ...
JEWELRY CHAIN HIT BY CYBER ATTACK
3/21/20, was the day after a jewelry chain closed its physical stores. A domain name, or website name, was registered using the name of the business. The suspects broke into the businessâs online infrastructure. They added code to the jewelry chains onl ...
NEW CHARGES FILED FOR ACCUSED KILLERS OF STAMFORD JEWELER – STAMFORD, CT
On 6/17/20, a federal grand jury in New Haven, CT returned a superseding indictment which charged three men for the robbery of 69-year-old jeweler Marc Vuono, who was murdered in his Stamford, CT store on 3/28/20. The suspects were identified as Robert R ...
SUSPECT WANTED FOR $300K BURGLARY – FRESNO, CA
On 6/15/20, the Fresno Police Department created a flyer in which they identified 24-year-old Desheon Orlando Young as a suspect wanted for committing a $300,000 burglary at a jewelry store on 5/31/20. If you have any information regarding his whereabouts ...
SECOND SUSPECT CHARGED WITH MURDER OF RETIRED CAPTAIN – ST. LOUIS, MO
On 6/11/20, prosecutors charged a second suspect with the murder of retired St. Louis police Captain. David Dorn. The suspect was identified as 22-year-old Mark Jackson. Jackson, Stephan Cannon, and another suspect were captured by surveillance cameras fl ...
PAWN SHOP ROBBERS TARGET JEWELRY-LAUDERDALE LAKES, FL
On 6/7/20, at approximately 4:51 p.m., two male subjects returned to a pawn shop they visited earlier in the day. The subjects were armed with guns at the time of their return. One of the subjects demanded jewelry at gunpoint, while a second subject point ...
Suspect arrested for murder of retired police captain
Stephan Cannon, 24, was recently charged with first degree murder.
SIX SUSPECTS SOUGHT FOR LOOTING – BRONX, NY
On 6/2/20, at approximately 2:30 a.m., several subjects forced open a jewelry store's security shutter, front door and window. The store's surveillance cameras captured six subjects going through the glass display cases and removing gold jewelry and baubl ...
SHOTS FIRED DURING ROBBERY – WINSTON-SALEM, NC
On 6/11/20, at approximately 8:35 p.m., several subjects forced their way into a jewelry store. One subject brandished a handgun. Merchandise was stolen from the business. During the robbery, an employee attempted to grab a firearm for protection. A strug ...
PAWN & JEWELRY SHOP OWNERS BRUTALLY BEATEN – BRONX, NY
On 6/1/20, the owners of a pawn & jewelry shop received an alert from their security company indicating there was movement in their store. The family then drove to their store, but they were unaware of the looting taking place in the area. When the fa ...
SMASH & GRAB ROBBERS FROM TEXAS ARRESTED – LAKE CHARLES, LA
On 65/8/20, at approximately 1:44 p.m., four men from Texas committed a smash & grab robbery at a jewelry store in Louisiana. The men stole hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of jewelry. They were also armed during the commission of the crime. Lak ...
Four suspects from Texas arrested for robbery in Lousiana
Four suspects were arrested after they stole hundreds of thousands of dollars in jewelry.
SUSPECTS IMPERSONATE NYPD OFFICERS – BRONX, NY
On 6/6/20, at approximately 1:30 p.m., two suspects robbed a jewelry store of over $150,000 in jewelry by impersonating officers from the New York Police Department (NYPD). The two suspects were identified as Ismael Igartau, 59 of Queens, NY and Jose Rodr ...
SUSPECT ARRESTED FOR MURDER OF RETIRED CAPTAIN – ST. LOUIS, MO
On 6/7/20, St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner announced that Stephan Cannon, 24, was charged with first-degree murder, first degree robbery, first degree burglary and three counts of armed criminal action and being a felon in possession of a weapon. C ...
10 ARRESTS MADE IN JEWELRY STORE BURGLARY – LOUISVILLE, KY
On 6/4/20 shortly after 1:10 a.m., seven adults and three juveniles were arrested for committing a burglary at a retail jewelry store. At the time of the crime, a sergeant from the Louisville Metro Police Department was on patrol and saw several suspiciou ...
RETIRED POLICE CAPTAIN KILLED BY LOOTERS – ST. LOUIS, MO
On 6/2/20, at approximately 2:30 a.m., 77-year-old retired police Captain, David Dorn, was shot and killed outside of a jewelry pawn shop. Dorn assisted the owners of the business by utilizing his law enforcement training. He provided security for the bu ...
WEBINAR: HOW TO PROTECT YOUR STORE, AND YOURSELF, IN THE MIDST OF RIOTS AND LOOTING
On June 2, 2020, at 3:00 p.m., EST John Kennedy, President of Jewelers’ Security Alliance conversed with Michelle Graff, Editor-in-Chief of National Jeweler, about advice JSA had offered following a weekend of riots and looting in cities across the countr ...
LOOTERS TARGET JEWELRY STORES ACROSS THE COUNTRY
6/1/20 - Looters have targeted several jewelry stores across the US over the past several days. Click here to read about a few of these incidents. The Jewelers Security Alliance has released a crime alert on Security Advice in Case of Rioting and Looting. ...
Webinar: How To Protect Your Store, and Yourself, In the Midst of Riots and Looting
New York, NY – On June 2, 2020, at 3:00 p.m., EDT, John Kennedy, President of Jewelers’ Security Alliance conversed with Michelle Graff, Editor-in-Chief of National Jeweler, about the advice JSA had offered following a weekend of riots and looting in cities across the country. Click within to watch the webinar.
Looters target jewelry stores across the country
Several jewelry stores across the country have been targeted by looters. Click within to see footage of some of the stores.
JSA CRIME ALERT: SECURITY ADVICE IN CASE OF RIOTING AND LOOTING
New York, NY – On May 31, 2020, the Jewelers’ Security Alliance released a crime alert on Security Advice in Case of Rioting and Looting. Click within to heed the advice.
JSA Webinar on Store Re-openings and Covid-19
New York, NY – On May 27, 2020, at 12:00 p.m. EDT, John Kennedy, President of Jewelers’ Security Alliance, offered live, online advice on security for store re-openings. Click within to watch the recorded webinar.
MAN BELIEVED TO BE LOOTER SHOT DEAD DURING RIOT – MINNEAPOLIS, MN
On 5/27/20, at approximately 9:05 p.m., a jewelry pawn shop owner shot and killed a man he said was looting his business. A 59-year-old man was booked into the Hennepin County Jail on suspicion of committing the shooting. The jewelry store is located appr ...
DISTRICT ATTORNEY FINDS OFFICER’S USE OF FORCE JUSTIFIED – AUSTIN, TX
On 5/27/20, the office of the Travis County District Attorney Margaret Moore concluded its review of an officer involved shooting at a jewelry store on 7/29/18. On that date, at approximately 4:00 a.m., officers from the Sunset Valley Police Department re ...
JSA WEBINAR ON STORE RE-OPENINGS & COVID-19 – NEW YORK, NY
On 5/27/20, at 12:00 p.m. EDT, John Kennedy, President of Jewelers' Security Alliance offered live, online advice on security for store re-openings. The webinar discussed such Covid-19 related issues as masks and curbside delivery. There was also a questi ...
SUSPECTS ARRESTED AFTER $150K SMASH & GRAB – TRACY, CA
Two men who are believed to have worn N95 masks during a smash & grab robbery in Tracy, CA on 5/7/20 were recently arrested. On the day of the crime, the suspects entered a store and proceeded to use a mallet to smash display cases. They stole appro ...
TWO THIEVES IDENTIFIED AFTER $69K THEFT – LANCASTER, PA
East Lampeter Township police have issued arrest warrants for Danilo Enrique Carrasco-Velazquez, 56 and Patricia Andrea Rubio-Elgueta, 47. The two suspects and an unidentified man stole nearly $70,000 worth of jewelry from a department store last June. Th ...
TWO ARRESTED FOR BURGLARY – BRENTWOOD, CA
On 5/15/20, the Brentwood Police Department arrested two suspects who attempted to burglarize a jewelry store. The jewelry store stated that their security system caught a subject attempting to break into the store on Friday. The subject returned Saturday ...
SUBJECT WANTED FOR ATTEMPTED BURGLARY – BABYLON, NY
The Suffolk County Police recently announced that they are looking for a subject who attempted to break into a jewelry store on 4/26/20 at 1:30 a.m. The subject is White, approximately 5'7" and has a thin build. He threw three bricks through the store's w ...
Three suspects arrested following violent robbery
Several suspects took part in a robbery in which a guard was shot.
NEW HEARING ORDERED FOLLOWING LENGTHY SENTENCE – EBENSBURG, PA
Late last week, a Pennsylvania Superior Court ordered a new sentencing for a man who was charged with organized retail theft from a jewelry store in Ebensburg, PA in November 2012. The Superior Court panel came to the conclusion that Judge Norman Krumenac ...
3 ROBBERS NAMED; 1 WROTE A LETTER OF APOLOGY TO GUARD – AUSTIN, TX
The Federal Bureau of Investigation ( FBI) has named the three suspects accused of committing a robbery and shooting at a jewelry store in Austin, TX on 5/7/20. The suspects are Darius Limar Sonnier, 21; Wallace Daiveon Charles, 20; and Tye Joseph-Phillip ...
BURGLARY SUSPECT ARRESTED – JONES COUNTY, MS
On 5/7/20, 35-year-old Marcus Crosby was arrested for allegedly committing a burglary at a jewelry store. Crosby is believed to have burglarized the store on 4/27/20. Sheriff Joe Berlin from the Jones County Sheriff's Department said deputies at the scene ...
ATTEMPTED BURGLARY – RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA
On 5/10/20, at approximately 12:21 a.m., sales associates from a retail jewelry store discovered a shattered window on the side of their building. After reviewing surveillance footage, a subject was shown throwing a brick at the window. The subject was un ...
SMASH & GRAB SUBJECTS WORE N95 MASKS- TRACY, CA
On 5/7/20, at approximately 8:25 p.m., two subjects stole $150,000 worth of jewelry by smashing a store's jewelry display cases. The subjects wore N95 masks and sunglasses. One of the subject's used a sledgehammer to break the display case while his accom ...
SUBJECT COMMITS SMASH & GRAB AT PAWN SHOP – PHOENIX, AZ
On 5/6/20, at approximately 2:00 p.m., a subject went into a pawn shop and pulled a hammer out of his bag. He proceeded to smash showcases and then fled with jewelry. Click here to see footage of the subject. If you have any information regarding this sub ...
EMPLOYEE SERIOUSLY INJURED DURING ROBBERY – AUSTIN, TX
On 5/7/20, at approximately 5:00 p.m., multiple subjects entered a jewelry store and opened fire. An employee was shot and is seriously injured. At least two suspects are in custody. Law enforcement is looking for at least one additional subject. If you h ...
SUSPECT RELEASED BECAUSE OF COVID-19 COMMITS MORE CRIMES – IA
On 2/6/20, 21-year-old Mason Bernie Galvan, stole a bracelet and two chains from a jewelry store in West Des Moines, IA. Those items were valued at more than $11,000. On 3/6/20, at approximately 3:30 a.m., Galvan used a brick to break the window of a jewe ...
How Organizations Can Ramp Up Their Cybersecurity Efforts Right Now
On 5/1/20, Brenda Sharton wrote an article for the Harvard Business Review in which she outlined some of the best practices for organizations to improve their cybersecurity. Click here to learn how to keep your organization safe.
SUBJECT STOLE OVER 200 RINGS! – NASHVILLE, TN
On 5/2/20, at approximately 10:30 p.m., a male subject threw a cinder block through a jewelry store's window. The subject then proceeded to steal more than 200 rings. He arrived and escaped on a purple bike. He was described as a Black man in his 50's. He ...
DOUBLE SHOOTING RESULTS IN EMPLOYEE’S DEATH- MEMPHIS, TN
On 5/1/20, at approximately 1:50 a.m., Memphis police responded to a shooting at a jewelry store. An argument between two of the jewelry store's employees lead to the shooting. One male employee is dead and the other employee was taken to Methodist South ...
MAN ARRESTED AFTER ALLEGEDLY IMPERSONATING FBI AGENT – LAS VEGAS, NV
On 4/20/20, 57-year-old Kevin White was arrested by federal agents and local law enforcement in Las Vegas, NV. On 9/28/19, a man later identified as White, allegedly entered a jewelry store in St. George, UT wearing a black jacket with "FBI" on the back. ...
GUNMAN ARESTED FOR ATTEMPTED MURDER – SUWANNEE COUNTY, FL
On 4/28/20, the Suwannee County Sheriff's Office held a press conference and announced that they have charged 32-year-old Jermar Tillie in connection to the attempted murder and robbery of the owner of a pawn shop in Live Oak, FL. The robbery occurred on ...
SUBJECT WANTED FOLLOWING ROBBERY – AUBURN, NY
On 4/26/20, at approximately 7:56 p.m., a White male wearing a face mask took jewelry out of the hand of an employee of a department store. There was a minor struggle in which the subject used force. The subject then fled through the back of the store. He ...
ATTEMPTED BURGLARY – INGLEWOOD, CA
On 3/23/20, at approximately 12:40 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store by using a metal bar that was 3 to 4 feet long. He shattered the glass front door and used a large wire/bolt cutter to get through the scissor gate. Police were able to see the sub ...
THREE MINUTE BURGLARY – BUCKHEAD, GA
On 4/24/20, at approximately 3:00 a.m., officers responded to an alarm call at a jewelry store. Responding officers discovered a large hole in the glass window at the front of the store. Three jewelry cases were damaged and jewelry was stolen. If you have ...
BURGLARY SUSPECT APPREHENDED – SAN ANTONIO, TX
On 4/21/20, police arrested 33-year-old Frank Hernandez for an attempted ATM theft and a jewelry store burglary. On 2/23/20, surveillance footage captured a gray 2001 Chevy Tahoe at the scene of the attempted ATM theft. In that incident, Hernandez alleged ...
Webinar: Getting Back To Work – The New Rules of Security
New York, NY – On April 24, 2020, John Kennedy, President of Jewelers’ Security Alliance, participated in a webinar with INSTORE Magazine at 11:00 a.m. EDT. The topic of the webinar was Getting Back To Work – The New Rules of Security. Click within to see the webinar!
SAN MATEO JEWELRY STORE ROBBERS CHARGED – SAN MATEO, CA
Two suspects have been implicated in an armed robbery of a jewelry store in 2018. The suspects have been identified as 23-year-old Jimmy Brionez and his accomplice Edward Romero. Both men are accused of stealing $130,00 worth of jewelry from the store. On ...
Second suspect arrested for attempted murder!
Five law enforcement agencies are assisting in this investigation.
FINAL SUSPECT FROM RING OF THIEVES SENTENCED – MIAMI COUNTY, OH
On 4/15/20, 47-year-old Kevin Ashley pleaded guilty to eight felony charges for a slew of crimes that targeted jewelry stores and other businesses in 2017 and 2018. Some of the charges included breaking and entering, safe cracking, receiving stolen proper ...
TRANSIENT SUSPECT ARRESTED FOR BURGLARY – VENTURA, CA
On 4/18/20, police in Ventura, CA arrested 42-year-old Raymond Paul Vallery after he was believed to have burglarized a department store. Responding officers found that the lock on the store's front door was damaged. The burglar also smashed open a displa ...
TWO BURGLARIES COMMITTED IN SIMILAR FASHION – ILLINOIS
On 4/7/20, in Chicago, IL, burglars broke into a jewelry store after breaching through the wall from an adjoining store. The subjects took a small amount of jewelry that was left outside of the safe. On 4/12/20, in Burbank, IL, burglars also broke throug ...
FBI ISSUES WARNING ON CRYPTOCURRENCY SCAMS DURING COVID-19 PAMDEMIC
On 4/13/20, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) issued a press release in which they warned the public about criminals intending to steal and launder your money through the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Click here to read the press release from the FBI.
SUSPECT WHO STOLE OVER $100K IN JEWELRY HAD ACCOMPLICE – WAILUKU, HI
After burglarizing a closed jewelry store on 3/30/20, 37-year-old Chase Mociun gave some the jewelry to another man, who pawned some of the items. During the course of the police investigation, the unnamed man admitted to selling jewelry to a pawnshop in ...
THIEF SENTENCED TO 11 YEARS IN PRISON – SIOUX CITY, IA
On 4/8/20, 50-year-old Anthony Perkins was sentenced to 11 years in prison. Perkins pleaded guilty to first degree theft and carrying a dangerous weapon. On 2/11/20, Perkins grabbed a $20,000 high-end watch from a jewelry store. He then ran out of the sto ...
SHERIFF WARNS ABOUT QUICK-CHANGE FRAUD IN BROWN COUNTY, WI
On 4/10/20, Fox11online featured an article in which the Brown County Sheriff's Office alerted the public about an organized crime group. Two men and a juvenile are members of the Rostas Organized Crime Group, which is comprised of Romanian nationals. The ...
SUSPECT ARRESTED FOR BURGLARY DURING EMERGENCY – PAIA, HI
On 3/30/20, at approximately 2:55 a.m., a male subject forcefully entered a jewelry store and removed over $100,000 worth of merchandise. Wailuku Patrol provided Crime Reduction Officers with intelligence that a male named Chase was involved in the crime. ...
STAMFORD, CT HOMICIDE SUSPECT CONNECTED TO GREENWICH, CT ROBBERY
On 4/9/20, Greenwich Time reported that Lt. Mark Zuccerella of the Greenwich Police Department wrote the following statement in an email: “It was determined that the suspect in the Greenwich jewelry store robbery on March 18th was allegedly involved in th ...
BURGLARY – LAS VEGAS, NV
On 4/5/20, at 8:12 a.m., security personnel at a mall informed a jewelry kiosk manager that their showcase was broken and merchandise was stolen. There is no physical description of the suspect(s). If you have any information regarding this incident, plea ...
Oklahoma City bomber’s son charged in robbery!
He’s accused of robbing a jeweler at gunpoint.
SUSPECTS ARRESTED FOR JEWELER’S MURDER – STAMFORD, CT
On 4/4/20, Stamford Police Capt. Richard Conklin was quoted as saying “We would like the community and media to know that we have persons of interests involved in this robbery-homicide at Marco Jewelers in custody in New York.” The suspects committed the ...
OKLAHOMA CITY BOMBER’S SON CHARGED IN ROBBERY – HENDERSON, NV
On 3/12/20, Joshua Nichols, 37, was arrested after he allegedly committed a gunpoint robbery of a 67-year-old jeweler at a vacant home. A jeweler told law enforcement that he was lured into a home on 2/6/20, by a man identified as Joshua Nichols and anoth ...
$1.3 MILLION BURGLARY – BRONX, NY
On 3/31/20, shortly before 3:00 a.m., four burglars gained entry to a jewelry store. The subjects entered an adjoining training center through the roof. They then made a hole in the wall to enter the jewelry store through a closet. At 11:00 a.m., the stor ...
BURGLARY – SPRINGFIELD, IL
On 3/31/20, at approximately 2:30 a.m., Springfield Police were called to a department store for a motion alarm. When officers arrived, they observed two men trying to leave the building through the broken glass door. Officers arrested 34-year-old Deandre ...
Five suspects arrested & one suspect shot after exchange of gunfire
Five suspects are in custody after a failed gunpoint robbery.
JEWELER MURDERED IN STORE – STAMFORD, CT
On 3/8/20, 69-year-old Mark Vuono, was shot and killed during a robbery in his jewelry store. According to a press release from Stamford Police Capt. Richard Conklin and Lt. Thomas Scanlon; at 2:45 p.m., a customer entered the store and contacted police ...
MAN ACCUSED OF STEALING CUBIC ZIRCONIA RING – LINCOLN, NE
On 3/24/20, 35-year-old Dustin Cemper was arrested for allegedly committing a theft at a jewelry store on 3/19/20. On 3/19/20, a male subject entered the jewelry store and inquired about women's rings. He sat at a display case and then left the store with ...
THREE MINUTE BURGLARY – SONORA, CA
On 3/23/20, at approximately 5:00 a.m., a male subject in all black smashed a jewelry store's window. The subject is believed to have used a metal pipe to break the window. After subject broke the window, he stole $20,000 worth of jewelry from the display ...
SPECIAL SECURITY ALERT REGARDING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC
New York, NY – On March 25, 2020, the Jewelers’ Security Alliance (JSA) published a special security alert about the Covid-19 Pandemic. Click within to read the alert.
BURGLARY – PETERBOROUGH, NH
On 3/21/20, at approximately 3:20 a.m., two men smashed a jewelry store's front door. They broke a glass case inside the store, stole several watches and then quickly left the store. If you have any information regarding the subjects involved, please emai ...
FINGERPRINTS LEAD POLICE TO ARREST – TRUMBULL, CT
On 3/22/20, Trumbull police arrested 25-year-old Brandon McLaughlin for stealing a $12,000 gold necklace from a jewelry store in Westfield Trumbull Mall last September. While McLaughlin was in the jewelry store, he asked to see a 24-inch 10 Karat gold cha ...
TWO JEWELRY STORES RAMMED – ROSWELL, NM
On 3/21/20, at approximately 5:00 a.m., officers from the Roswell Police Department responded to a jewelry store where they discovered that subject(s) had rammed a vehicle into the side of the store. No entry was made to the building. Police were also cal ...
BURGLARY – SAN ANTONIO, TX
On 3/19/20, at approximately 5:15 a.m., two subjects broke a jewelry store's display window. It took the subjects 1 minute and 6 seconds to gain entry into the store. Once the subjects were inside the store, they used black and yellow hammers to break gla ...
Webinar with John Kennedy, president, Jewelers Security Alliance and Michelle Graff, editor-in-chief, National Jeweler
New York, NY – On March 20, 2020, at 2:00 p.m., John Kennedy, president of the Jewelers Security Alliance and Michelle Graff, editor-in-chief of National Jeweler conversed on a webinar about protecting your store during the current coronavirus outbreak. Click within to listen to the webinar!
Store security, safe teleworking in the time of COVID-19
New York, NY – On March 19, 2020, Michelle Graff of National Jeweler wrote an article outlining JSA president John Kennedy’s recommendations for safety and security during COVID-19. Click within to gain guidance during this challenging time.
Protecting a jewelry store against crime during COVID-19
New York, NY – On March 19, 2020, Rob Bates of JCK Online published an article featuring crime prevention recommendations by John Kennedy, president of the Jewelers’ Security Alliance. Click within to heed the timely advice.
Beloved jeweler Mark Vuono murdered in store; suspects arrested
Mark Vuono, 69, was shot and killed during a robbery.
Subjects from $1.3 million burglary captured on video
Bronx, NY – On March 31, 2020, shortly before 3:00 a.m., four burglars gained entry to a jewelry store. Click within to learn how.
Homeland Security Investigations Advises on COVID-19 Fraud
New York, NY – April 29, 2020 – Homeland Security Investigations have offered advice on some of the steps you can take to stop COVID-19 fraud. Click within to be informed!
Armed robber wore surgical mask!
Greenwich, CT – On March 18, 2020, a subject wearing a surgical mask used a gun to smash a glass case at a jewelry store. Click within to see the subject.
Burglars stole bags of gold
Istanbul, Turkey – On March 30, 2020 the Daily Sabah reported that a group of burglars recently climbed on top of the roof of a marketplace. The subjects then broke into a jewelry shop.
Suspect confessed to burglary & blamed crime on drug addiction
Spring Hill, Fl – On March 18, 2020, at approximately 2:00 a.m.. Hernando County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a report of a man throwing bricks at a front window of a jewelry store.
Subjects allegedly stole $7,000 worth of jewelry
New Roads, LA – On March 15, 2020, at approximately 4:45 p.m., a male and female subject were suspected of stealing wedding rings and bridal sets. Click within to see the subjects.
Sydney jewelry store burglarized
Sydney, Australia – On March 19, 2020, shortly after 3:20 a.m., three subjects armed with hammers and baseball bats smashed the front doors of a jewelry store.
TWO ATTEMPTED ROBBERIES IN SAME DAY – RICHMOND & ROSENBERG TX
On 3/18/20, at approximately 1:30 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store in Richmond, TX while he was talking on his cell phone. He saw an armed guard, retreated from the store and yelled to his accomplice to run back to the car. The guard and sales asso ...
Subjects wanted for theft
Hazel Green, AL – On March 15, 2020, two male subjects and a female subject entered a department store and proceeded to steal $2,700 worth of jewelry.
Miami burglary ring monitored social media before stealing jewelry
Miami, FL – On February 18, 2020, ten suspects from an organized burglary ring were arrested. One of the groups ringleaders was accused of stealing from a high-end celebrity jeweler.
BURGLARY – LAS VEGAS, NV
On 3/17/20, at approximately 4:00 a.m., several subjects broke a side door to gain entry into a mall. They then broke six display cases at a jewelry kiosk. The subjects took merchandise, but they were subsequently arrested by law enforcement.
SUSPECT TRIED TO EAT DEBIT CARD – LAKE BUENA VISTA, FL
On 3/9/20, Orange County police arrested 27-year-old Jose Herrera, who is alleged to have purchased items and attempted to purchase $360 worth of jewelry by using a stolen credit card. The card is believed to have been taken from a deceased man. When Her ...
Married couple arrested following $800,000 jewelry store heist
Brooklyn, NY – On March 12, 2020, Patrick and Ernestine Preville were arrested and charged with grand larceny for their involvement in a brazen crime that occurred on February 23, 2020.
GRAB & RUN – CAMDEN, SC
On 3/12/20, at approximately 3:15 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and stated he was looking for a gold bracelet. The subject filled out a credit application, but he did not get approved. He then said he might pay in cash. The subject wanted to see ...
Burglary victims feel no support after $1 million burglary
Louisville, KY – On March 10, 2020, Wave 3 News documented a jewelry store’s owners attempts to receive assistance following their $1 million burglary.
Good samaritans help police to arrest smash & grab robbers
Citrus Park, FL – On March 7, 2020, shortly after 8:00 p.m., two suspects identified as Kawaun Martez Thompson, 23 and Willie James Harvey Junior, 25, took part in a smash & grab robbery at a jewelry store.
CREDIT FRAUD – PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA
On 3/10/20, at approximately 6:00 p.m., a subject made two transactions at a jewelry kiosk involving two pairs of earrings. While the sales associate was completing the transaction, the subject manually entered in a credit card for each transaction. The m ...
Smash & grab mistaken for shots fired
College Station, TX – On March 10, 2020 at approximately 1:22 p.m, College Station police responded to reports of shots fired. Click within to learn more.
SMASH & GRAB ROBBER SENTENCED – KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MI
On 3/9/20, 20-year-old Devin Deshaun Harris was sentenced to prison for his involvement in a smash & grab robbery of a jewelry store in Kalamazoo on 10/5/19. On 2/6/20, Harris pleaded guilty to one count of unarmed robbery. He was sentenced to a minim ...
Five burglars cut through drywall then burglarize jewelry store
Chicago, IL – On March 10, 2020, at approximately 1:52 a.m., five burglars gained access to a jewelry store after cutting through the drywall of an empty adjacent storefront. Click within to learn about what they targeted.
Security guards under investigation in Dresden jewel heist case
Dresden, Germany – On March 11, 2020, Lenore Fedow of the National Jeweler wrote an article regarding the burglary of Dresden’s Green Vault Museum.
DISTRACTION – EVERETT, WA
On 3/9/20, at approximately 5:50 p.m., a male and female subject went to a retail a jewelry store and told the sales associate that they were just looking. The associate then informed the subjects about payment options. At that point, the male subject ask ...
JSA president John Kennedy interviewed for JCK Online’s Jewelry District Podcast
New York, NY – On March 2, 2020, JCK Online uploaded episode 13 of their Jewelry District podcast. This episode featured John J. Kennedy, president of the Jewelers’ Security Alliance. Click within to hear the podcast.
GRAB & RUN – WESTLAND, MI
On 3/9/20, at approximately 6:55 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and inquired about diamond engagement rings for his girlfriend. The sales associate assisted the subject for about 30 minutes. The subject said he would be paying in cash. He request ...
GRAB AND RUN – HENDERSON, NV
On 3/7/20, at approximately 6:20 p.m., a subject approached a kiosk and asked to see a diamond pendant. The sales associate wrote down the SKU and showed the subject the pendant. The subject looked at it for a few minutes and then removed it from the pad. ...
SNEAK THEFT – FULTONDALE, AL
On 3/2/20, at approximately 12:52 p.m., a male subject entered a retail jewelry store to make an exchange from a previous purchase. The subject chose a replacement piece to exchange and had the sales associate retrieve it from the showcase. At that time, ...
Burglars initially drill through wrong business
Central London – March 4, 2020 – Two Romanian nationals were recently sentenced to six years in prison for committing a burglary at a jewelry store.
DNA from water bottle led to burglar’s arrest
He stole at least $3 million in jewelry.
SMASH & GRAB – BAYTOWN, TX
On 3/4/20, at approximately 5:56 p.m., four male subjects approached a jewelry store. Two of the subjects remained at the front entrance, while the other two subjects went to the store's diamond counter and began smashing display cases with a large hammer ...
GRAB & RUN – TULARE, CA
On 3/2/20, at approximately 7:15 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and began looking at gold chains. After the subject looked at items, he inquired about styles of chains and prices. The sales associate conversed with the subject about credit. ...
BURGLARY – HUMBLE, TX
On 3/3/20, at approximately 3:50 a.m., subject(s) broke the front window to gain entry into a jewelry store. They broke into three showcases and removed birthstones amethyst and white sapphire merchandise. If you have any information regarding the subject ...
Robber with syringe escaped with a $100,000 watch
Melbourne, Australia – On February 5, 2020, a subject wearing a wig entered a jewelry store armed with a syringe. He proceeded to commit a smash and grab. After committing the crime, the subject escaped on a bicycle.
SMASH & GRAB – PASADENA, TX
On 2/28/20, at approximately 1:38 p.m., three subjects exited a white van outside of a retail jewelry store. After the subjects entered the store, they asked for diamond rings. The sales associate pointed to the display case. The third subject used a hamm ...
Help law enforcement identify these burglars!
Collierville, TN – On February 24, 2020, several subjects committed a burglary at a jewelry store. The subjects cut a hole through the roof an adjacent business and they eventually cut through the jewelry store’s wall and safes.
Burglar uses fishing rod to steal jewelry
Melbourne, Australia – On February 24, 2020, at approximately 2:00 a.m., a male subject used a fishing rod to steal a necklace from a jewelry store.
GRAB AND RUN – HANOVER, PA
On 2/26/20, at approximately 5:30 p.m., a subject approached a sales associate and asked to see a gold chain with a charm on it. When the sales associate turned to get a mirror for the subject, the subject fled from the store. The subject was described as ...
Subjects wanted for distraction theft
Scottsdale, AZ – In late January 2020, the featured subject and his accomplice committed a distraction theft at a jewelry store. Click within to learn more.
ROBBER WEARING BURQA STEALS OVER 800,000 IN JEWELRY – HUDSON YARDS, NY
On 2/23/20, shortly before 4:00 p.m., a male subject entered a high-end jewelry store disguised as a woman. He asked a sales associate if he could look at a $21,000 necklace. As the sales associate pulled out the piece of jewelry, they noticed the subject ...
GRAB AND RUN – LANCASTER, PA
On 2/25/20, at approximately 11:30 a.m., a subject approached a kiosk in a mall. He asked the sales associate to try on gold chains. The subject stated he wanted to layer the chains. As soon as the subject gained possession of the chains, he fled from the ...
GRAB & RUN – BREA, CA
On 2/19/20, at approximately 5:15 p.m., a male subject approached a jewelry kiosk in a mall. The subject told the sales associate that he was looking for a gold chain. The subject asked to see a 26” gold rope chain. Once the subject had it in his possessi ...
SMASH & GRAB – CARSON, CA
On 2/18/20, at approximately 8:37 p.m., two subjects approached the gold case in a retail jewelry store. The first subject carried a large red-colored bag, while the second subject approached with a dark-colored object in his hand. The second subject then ...
$1.5M in jewelry stolen from jeweler over Super Bowl weekend
Click within to learn why Xandi Garcia was arrested.
GRAB AND RUN – LAS VEGAS, NV
On 2/14/20, at approximately 1:25 p.m., two subjects approached a kiosk and asked to see a diamond Jesus pendant. The sales associate handed them the pendant and both subjects then fled. The first subject was described as a Black female in her 20’s. She h ...
ROBBERY SUSPECTS APPREHENDED – HAMMOND, LA
On 2/13/20, four suspects from Texas were charged with armed robbery after they destroyed a jewelry store's cases with a sledgehammer. The suspects stole $69,000 worth of jewelry. The suspects vehicle was stopped by Baton Rouge Police. They arrested Ellis ...
THEFT – HAPPY VALLEY, OR
On 2/12/20, at approximately 12:45 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and took interest in gold bracelets and chains. The subject built a rapport with the sales associates and discussed pricing for gold bracelets. He also discussed financing opt ...
GRAB & RUN – DAVENPORT, IA
On 2/10/20, at approximately 8:55 p.m., A Black male subject approached a jewelry kiosk and told the sales associate he was a previous customer. The subject asked to see a gold plated chain. Once he had the chain in his possession, he fled from the kiosk. ...
DISTRACTION THEFT CLARKESVILLE, TN
On 2/10/20, at approximately 11:45 a.m., a couple entered a jewelry store looking for gold chains. They denied assistance from sales associates. The subjects spent several minutes in the store. They remained at a gold earring spinner and then left the sto ...
MULTIPLE SMASH & GRAB ROBBERIES IN TEXAS
Since 1/31/20, there have been at least five jewelry store smash & grab robberies in the state of Texas. Those robberies have occurred in San Antonio, Texas City, Sugar Land, and Houston. Each case has involved at least 2 subjects. In one of the smash ...
66-year-old accused of stealing $300k worth of jewelry over 11 years
Escondido, CA- On February 7, 2020, detectives from the Escondido Police Department arrested 66-year-old Huong Thi Tran.
ROBBERS TAKE HIGH-END WATCHES – STAMFORD, CT
On 2/6/20, at approximately 5:44 p.m., two male subjects used sledgehammers to break through a jewelry store's cabinet. The subjects stole $80,000 worth of high-end watches. About an hour and one-half before the robbery, the subjects are believed to have ...
DIAMOND SWITCH – FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS, IL
On 2/1/20, at approximately 3:35 p.m., a jewelry store's sales associate found a diamond had been replaced with a CZ after testing it. The 1 ½ carat diamond was last shown during a presentation on 2/1/2020. While reviewing CCTV around the time of the pres ...
SMASH & GRAB – TEXAS CITY, TX
On 2/4/20, at approximately 2:29 p.m., three subjects entered a jewelry store and then went immediately to the case containing diamonds. One of the subjects took a small hammer and smashed the display case. Once the case was broken, the subjects reached i ...
Robber faces attempted murder charge after crime spree
Lahaina, HI – On January 28, 2020, 44-year-old Phillip Shorvitz was arrested for second degree attempted murder, second-degree robbery, and first-degree theft. Shorvitz stole nearly $70,000 worth of watches from a jewelry store.
DISTRACTION THEFT – MYRTLE BEACH, SC
On 2/4/20, at approximately 12:55 p.m., a male and female subject approached a kiosk in the mall. After looking at several chains, the male asked to see a particular chain. Once he gained possession of the chain, he secured it around his neck. The female ...
TWO BURGLARS CHARGED – WALNUT CREEK, CA
On 1/30/20, the Contra Costa District Attorneyâs Office issued a statement in which they said two men have been charged with felonies for burglarizing a department store. On 1/24/19, employees observed Christopher Dodd and Richard Lange smash display ca ...
THIEF SENTENCED – YOUNGSTOWN, OH
On 1/29/2020, Clark Greene was sentenced to four years imprisonment for committing a grab and run theft at a jewelry store in Boardman, OH in January of 2018. During the theft, Greene asked to see two diamonds. Once the diamonds were in his possession, he ...
Robber sentenced to 7 years after he briefly trapped himself inside store
North London – On January 10, 2020, 32-year-old Andrew Elliott was sentenced to seven years and four months in prison. On April 15, 2019, Eliott was involved in a jewelry store robbery in which a jeweler was placed in a headlock and dragged to the floor.
Gunpoint robber apprehended!
Wesley Chapel, FL – On January 25, 2020, Pasco County deputies arrested 28-year-old Michael Snyder for his involvement in two jewelry store robberies.
GRAB & RUN – HAYWARD, CA
On 1/28/20, at approximately 3:04 p.m., a male subject approached a jewelry store and asked to see a chain and pendant. When the associate removed the item from the display, the subject grabbed the chain and pendant from the associate. He then fled from t ...
INSTORE Tip of the Day
New York, NY – On January 30, 2020, INSTORE magazine credited the Jewelers’ Security Alliance with its tip of the day. Click within to see the tip!
GRAB & RUN – ASHEVILLE, NC
On 1/27/20, at approximately 12:05 p.m., a male and female subject entered a jewelry store and inquired about engagement rings. The female subject left the store and the male subject remained. The male subject eventually expressed interest in gold necklac ...
Gunman Ties-up employees during robbery
Moore, OK – On January 23, 2020, at approximately 6:15 p.m., a masked subject entered a jewelry store and forced a female employee to zip-tie two of her colleagues. He then zip-tied that employee. The subject is seen on video holding a gun to an employee’s head. Click within to see the footage.
Jewelry store owner hits subjects with jar of pickles
Sandy Springs, GA – On January 25, 2019, at approximately 4:21 p.m., three subjects entered a jewelry store and smashed display cases. Watch the video within to find out what happened next.
SMASH & GRAB – BAKERSFIELD, CA
On 1/27/20, at approximately 12:00 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store holding a cardboard box with tape on it. He placed the box in front of a display case and then brandished a hammer. He used the hammer to break the glass on one of the cases. The s ...
ARMED ROBBERY – SOUTHERN PINES, NC
On 1/25/20, at approximately 11:21 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and walked to the rear of the store where two sales associates were. The associates could see the subject was wearing a mask to cover his face. The subject then brandished a w ...
Smash & grab robbers apprehended
Columbus, OH – On January 21, 2020, at approximately 11:15 a.m., three suspects from Cleveland committed a robbery at a jewelry store. Watch the videos within to see how the suspects were apprehended.
ARMED ROBBERY – MOORE, OK
On 1/23/20, shortly before 6:00 p.m., a masked male subject wearing all black entered a jewelry store and demanded workers to get on the floor. He tied them up and held a gun to their heads. The subject then proceeded to load bags with jewelry before he ...
GRAB & RUN – LITTLE ROCK, AR
On 1/17/20, at approximately 2:40 p.m., a male subject approached the counter of a jewelry store inside of a mall. The subject asked the sales associate to see a gold chain necklace. The associate removed a tray, which contained two gold diamond cut chain ...
JSA Issues Warning After Spate of Rooftop Burglaries
New York, NY – On January 22, 2020, National Jeweler documented the types of burglaries that have plagued the jewelry industry over the past year. Click within to learn more.
GRAB & RUN – OXFORD, AL
On 1/20/20, at approximately 8:15 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and began looking at gold chains. The sales associate assisted a male subject. The subject asked her to remove a chain from the showcase. Once the chain was removed. The subjec ...
ARMED ROBBERY – COLUMBUS, OH
On 1/21/20, at approximately 11:23 a.m., three armed subjects entered a jewelry store. The subjects stole several items and then fled in a gray Buick Sedan. Police arrested the subjects after getting a description of the vehicle from employees at the jewe ...
GRAB & RUN – LEOMINSTER, MA
On 1/15/20, at approximately 5:10 p.m., two female subjects entered a jewelry store with two small children. The subjects approached the kiosk and inquired about baby bracelets. The sales associate presented the subjects with three bracelets. While the br ...
GUNPOINT ROBBERY – CHICAGO, IL
On 1/15/19, shortly before 6:00 p.m., a 69-year-old jewelry store worker was assaulted as she attempted to leave the rear of a jewelry store. Three subjects pushed her back inside. She was struck in the face and then had her hands zip-tied. The subjects p ...
Burglars cut through safe without stepping into store!
Dinuba, CA – On January 11, 2020, at approximately 2:03 a.m., burglars stole more than $100,000 in cash and jewelry. The subjects first cut a hole in the roof of an adjacent vacant store. Click within to find out what happened next.
SMASH & GRAB – HOUSTON, TX
On 1/11/2020, at approximately 1:10 p.m., two male subjects entered a jewelry store and brandished hammers. The subjects then began smashing showcases that contained various diamond products. The subjects removed merchandise from the case and placed the i ...
Burglars arrested after cutting hole in roof!
His plan to burglarize a jewelry store was thwarted.
JSA Honors Signet Exec and FBI Officers at Annual Awards Luncheon
New York, NY – On January 13, 2020, the Jewelers’ Security Alliance (JSA) awarded its 15th Annual Industry Service Award to Christina (Chris) Hackler, vice president of Asset Protection- Global for Signet Jewelers at its annual luncheon.
GRAB & RUN – TEMPE, AZ
On 1/11/2020, at approximately 8:45 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see a pre-owned gents ring. The sales associate showed the gents ring and the subjects then asked to see a pre-owned ladies ring as well. Once both rings were in the ...
No Jewelers Were Killed During Industry Crimes in 2019
New York, NY – On January 13, 2020, JCK Magazine published an article in which the Jewelers’ Security Alliance announced that zero U.S. jewelers were killed in industry-related crimes in 2019. Click within to read the article.
ARMED ROBBER SENTENCED- PAPILLION, NE
On 1/13/20, Jamele D. Noldon was sentenced to 13-25 years in prison for being a convicted felon in possession of a weapon. He was also sentenced to 12-20 years in prison for attempted robbery. The sentences will run consecutively. Nolden and his accomplic ...
SECOND SUSPECT ARRESTED IN ARMED ROBBERY – BETHESDA, MD
On 1/8/2020, 49-year-old Anthony Maurice Starr, of Washington D.C., was the second suspect arrested for involvement in a jewelry store robbery that occurred in Bethesda, MD on 12/13/19. Last month police arrested Starr’s accomplice, 42-year-old Derek Lamo ...
Salt Lake jewelry store robbery likely linked to California spree, police say
Salt Lake City, UT – On January 8, 2020, KSL.com published an article on how the Jewelers’ Security Alliance assisted Salt Lake Police in their robbery investigation. Click within to read the article.
ATTEMPTED THEFT – CHERY HILL, NJ
On 1/7/19, at approximately 7:13 p.m., three subjects entered a jewelry store. One of the subjects walked to the gold display case. The subject was then approached by a sales associate who noticed that he was attempting to use what appeared to be a house ...
Four men wanted for a jewelry heist in Utah may be connected to robberies in California
Salt Lake City, UT – On January 7, 2020, KJZZ.com published an article on how a robbery crew from California may have traveled to Utah to commit another crime. Click within to read the article.
GRAB & RUN – TUCSON, AZ
On 1/1/20, at approximately 1:00 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see a particular gold chain. The sales associate pulled the gold chain out of the case. The subject grabbed it, then reached into the case and took two more chains. The ...
ARMED ROBBERY – TAMPA, FL
On 12/31/19, at approximately 10:42 a.m., a subject entered a jewelry store with his face completely covered by a white hoodie. As two sales associates were standing in the store’s middle island, the subject brandished a weapon and ordered one of the asso ...
Jewelry store robber caught after robbing bank
He was arrested after committing two robberies.
BURGLARS BREAK THROUGH ROOF – BRENTWOOD, TN
Overnight between 12/21 and 12/22, several subjects entered a jewelry store through the roof. They accessed the roof by using a ladder that is used by building maintenance. Once the subjects were on the roof, they forced their way in through the ceiling. ...
POLICE ARREST BURGLAR ARMED WITH MEAT CLEAVER – PORT ANGELES, WA
On 12/29/19, Port Angeles Police received reports at about 2:40 a.m., that a man was inside an antique shop, and there was broken glass in the doorway. A police officer and his K-9 located a burglary subject in an alley. The subject was later identified a ...
Thief’s father calls store after son’s theft!
Rochester, MI – On December 22, 2019, shortly after 5:00 p.m., two subjects stole a rare gem from a jewelry store. Click within to learn more about the theft.
DIAMOND SWITCH – AVENTURA, FL
On 12/26/19, at approximately 5:40 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and stated he was interested in looking at earrings. The subject asked to try them on. The sales associate allowed the subject to try them on. As the subject tried them on, he ...
Jeweler fires shots at burglar on Christmas Eve
Sherman, TX – On December 24, 2019, at approximately 4:00 a.m., a jeweler awoke to the sound of glass shattering in his jewelry store. The jeweler used his gun to fire three shots at the burglar. Click within to learn more.
Smash & grab robbery mistaken for active shooter
Montebello, CA – On December 23, 2019, at approximately 5:20 p.m., several subjects committed a smash & grab robbery at a mall. The incident was initially mistaken for an active shooter event.
DROP OF BLOOD ON COUNTER LEADS TO ARREST – JUPITER, FL
In December 2019, 34-year-old Peter Baptise was arrested for his involvement in a jewelry store robbery that occurred on 3/23/13. On that date, Baptiste is believed to have brandished a black gun and ordered a sales associate into the bathroom. Baptiste’s ...
SUSPECT SENTENCED TO LIFE IN PRISON – MEMPHIS, TN
On 12/20/19, 24-year-old Jesse Slade, was sentenced to life in prison for stabbing and killing 42-year-old jewelry store manager, Noah Ashene. Ashene held his 20-month old son while he was stabbed. Slade robbed the jewelry store on 2/16/17. He ordered Ash ...
DIAMOND SWITCH – SUNRISE, FL
On 12/18/19, at approximately 7:20 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and stated he was interested in seeing a pair of 3 ct. solitaire diamond earrings. He wanted to purchase the items for himself. The sales associate removed the earrings from t ...
SUSPECT PLEADS GUILTY TO JEWELRY STORE ROBBERY – HAMMOND, IN
Last week, 29-year-old Darren S. Bell, pleaded guilty to armed robbery. On 1/25/19, at approximately 7:05 p.m., Bell, his accomplice Antonio D. Benson, 40, along with another individual, entered a jewelry store in Hobart, IN. The subjects then proceeded t ...
Jeweler targeted in home invasion
Dalworthington Gardens, TX – On December 16, 2019, at approximately 5:45 p.m., two masked men broke into a home while a woman was inside by herself. The subjects tied her up. When the woman’s husband came home, the subjects hit him over the head with a baseball bat and proceeded to tie him up as well. Click within to learn more.
Armed robber caught on camera
Bethesda, MD – On December 13, 2019, at approximately 5:46 p.m., three subjects committed an armed robbery of a jewelry store which resulted in a loss of $60,000 worth of jewelry.
NOTORIOUS THIEF SENTENCED TO HOUSE ARREST – ATLANTA, GA
Earlier this month, 86-year-old Doris Payne was arrested after she stole a $2,000 necklace from a department store. Payne was observed concealing the necklace in her back pocket. She then tried to leave the store. She was charged with a felony after the i ...
Jeweler’s pursuit leads to subject brandishing weapon
Yelm, WA – On December 11, 2019, at approximately 3:00 p.m., a subject fled from a jewelry store with a diamond ring. The owner then pursued the subject. Click within to learn how the event unfolded.
DISTRACTION THEFT – FINDLAY, OH
On 12/11/19, at approximately 3:09 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store. They were assisted at a display case containing diamond bracelets. The first subject asked to see multiple bracelets. When he asked for the price of one that was in the hands o ...
Safe cracking expert arrested after 23 burglaries & $16M in stolen jewelry
He scouted up to 200 jewelry stores & stole $16 million worth of jewelry.
GRAB & RUN – DALY CITY, CA
On 12/11/19, at approximately 4:30 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and eventually decided to purchase two separate charms and two gold chains. He asked if he could take a picture of the items so that his girlfriend could see them first. The a ...
GUNPOINT SMASH & GRAB – CHARLOTTE, N.C.
On 12/10/19, at approximately 5:54 p.m., three men wearing hoods and bandanas entered a jewelry store, which is located in a crowded shopping center. The subjects ordered everyone in the store to get on the ground. They also demanded everyone have their ...
GUNPOINT SMASH & GRAB – NATIONAL CITY, CA
On 12/10/19, at approximately 5:30 p.m., four masked men robbed a jewelry store at gunpoint. One of the subjects was armed with a handgun and ordered customers to the floor. At least one of the subjects smashed display cases with a hammer. The subjects we ...
GRAB & RUN – IRVING, TX
On 12/8/19, at approximately 1:00 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and inquired about gold chains. The subject tried on a gold chain three times. He handed it back to the sales associate each time. The subject eventually displayed a large roll of m ...
Daughter of kidnapped jeweler recounts fathers experience
Costa Mesa, CA – On December 4, 2019, a jeweler was kidnapped. He was later found bound with duct tape. Click within to learn how the crime transpired.
THEFT – FOLSOM, CA
On 12/7/19, at approximately 12:50 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and asked sales associates where gold chains were located. He was friendly and talkative. He asked one associate several questions as he was narrowing down his selection. The ...
JEWELER FOUND AFTER HE WAS KIDNAPPED – COSTA MESA, CA
On 12/4/19, a jewelry store owner was found bound with duct tape after he was kidnapped. At approximately 10:15 p.m., police responded to an alarm at a jewelry store. The responding officers found the store's doors were locked. After searching the busines ...
Four dead following robbery of jewelry store
Coral Gables, FL – On December 5, 2019, at approximately 4:14 p.m., two subjects committed a gunpoint robbery at a jewelry store. The subjects fired a bullet into the ground, which ricocheted and hit a female employee in the forehead. She sustained a minor wound. As the subjects fled, a shootout ensued between the jewelry store owner and the subjects. Click within to learn more.
GRAB & RUN – FT. WAYNE, IN
On 11/29/19, at approximately 5:20 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see gold chains. The sales associate then removed one and handed it to the subject. When the sales associate reached to get the chain back from the subject, the subjec ...
Dresden police receive over 500 tips following museum jewelry burglary
Dresden, Germany – On December 2, 2019, police and prosecutors in Germany announced that they’ve received 516 tips in relation to the heist at the Green Vault Museum in Germany on November 25, 2019.
Jeweler brutally attacked in store
North Little Rock, AR – On December 2, 2019, shortly before 2:00 p.m, 47-year-old Kenneth Martin jumped over a jewelry store’s counter and attacked the clerk before fleeing with jewelry. Click within to see footage of the suspect.
GRAB & RUN – COLORADO SPRINGS, CO
On 12/3/19, at approximately 6:40 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and met with another male subject. As they were leaving the store, one of the subject’s asked to look at a bracelet. When the associate handed him the bracelet, he fled from th ...
Burglars ram car through store
Los Altos, CA – On December 2, 2019, at approximately 2:30 a.m., several subjects used a stolen truck to ram into a jewelry store. Click within to see the footage.
Smash & grab getaway driver says it was the “biggest mistake of his life”
Fort Gratiot Township, MI – On December 2, 2019, Khalil Allen, 20, appeared in court for his sentencing hearing after he acted as a getaway driver in a smash & grab robbery in Fort Gratiot Township, MI on July 9, 2019. Click within to hear Allen’s statement to the judge.
SNEAK THEFT – SPRINGFIELD, VA
On 12/1/19, at approximately 2:39 p.m., a male and female subject entered a jewelry store and stood near the perimeter of the store. The male subject lifted the front of a display case. He was able to bypass the locking mechanism to open the case. He remo ...
GRAB & RUN – JACKSONVILLE, FL
On 12/1/19, at approximately 6:00 p.m., a subject entered a retail jewelry store and asked to see a diamond ring. The subject asked the sales associate, “are these diamonds real.” Shortly thereafter, the subject fled from the store with the ring. He was d ...
JEWELRY STORE BURGLED THROUGH VACANT BANK – FALLS CHURCH, VA
On 11/24/19, subjects gained access to a jewelry store by breaking through the cinderblock wall in a vacant bank next to the jewelry store. Police believe the subject's used a saw to gain access to the store's safe. Police do not have a description of the ...
The most notorious modern-day jewelry heists
New York, NY – On November 27, 2019, CNN’s Alex Stambaugh, wrote an article recounting notorious jewelry heists that have occurred throughout the world. Click within to read Alex’s article.
Burglar arrested after 26 mile high-speed chase
Massillon, OH – On November 25, 2019, at approximately 9:35 p.m., Walter Ferrymen, led police on a high-speed chase. Ferryman committed a burglary at a jewelry store in Massillon on October 30th. He is also a suspect in another burglary of a jewelry store in Massilon on October 26th.
Bystander shot after jeweler and robbers engage in shootout
Oakland, CA – On November 25, 2019, a jewelry store owner buzzed in subjects who were outside of his store. After letting the subject in, they proceeded to point a gun at the jeweler’s head. The subject’s then fled with a 100 lb. bag of jewelry. Click within to learn how the shooting transpired.
GRAB & RUN – WINSTON-SALEM, NC
On 11/21/19, at approximately 8:45 p.m., a subject entered a retail jewelry store with three friends. At one point there were up to seven people in the store. The primary subject said he was looking for some gold. He said his parents had given him money f ...
THIEF ARRESTED AFTER IMPERSONATING FBI AGENT – GARDEN CITY, NY
On 11/23/19, 51-year-old Michael Morgan was arrested after he went to a jewelry store in Garden City, LI on 10/28/19 and presented a gold badge and posed as an FBI agent. He also wore an FBI jacket. Morgan inquired with the jeweler about purchasing a loos ...
$1.1 billion in royal jewelry stolen from Museum
Dresden, Germany – On November 25, 2019, burglars stole $1.1 billion worth of jewelry from a Museum in Germany. Click within to learn how they committed this crime.
$50,000 reward offered for arrest and conviction in $1 million Halloween robbery
Maui, HI – On October 31, 2019, at approximately 12:15 p.m. a 6’2″ armed subject entered a jewelry store and brandished a gun. He then pointed to three high-value pieces while holding the sales associate at gunpoint.
Customer killed after trying to stop robbers
Houston, TX – On November 20, 2019, two subjects committed an armed robbery of a business that sells jewelry. During the robbery, a customer was fatally shot. Click within to learn more.
SNEAK THEFT – MODESTO, CA
On 11/20/19, at approximately 5:50 p.m., a subject was observed manipulating the glass of a display case in a jewelry store. When the sales associate approached him, the subject moved away from the showcase and inquired about applying for credit with a pa ...
BURGLAR SENTENCED TO 10 YEARS – WALTON COUNTY, FL
On 11/19/19, the State Attorney’s Office in Florida announced that Joshua Shannon Graves was sentenced to 10 years in prison. Graves and two co-defendants committed a burglary of a jewelry store on April 29, 2017. At the time of the burglary, two of the ...
GUNPOINT SMASH & GRAB – NATIONAL CITY, CA
On 11/19/19, at approximately 7:45 p.m., six subjects were involved in a robbery in which employees were held at gunpoint. The subjects broke display cases, took jewelry and then fled in a dark-colored sedan. Â Five employees and one customer were inside ...
GRAB & RUN – HAYWARD, CA
On 11/17/19, at approximately 5:45 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and walked directly to the area containing chains. The sales associate showed the subject one of the chains and then gave him a mirror. As the subject tried it on, he asked to see ...
SMASH & GRAB – BURLINGTON, NJ
On 11/17/19, at approximately 12:00 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and requested to see men’s watches. He was presented with a watch and then walked over to another case containing diamonds rings. At that point, the subject used a rock from insid ...
SMASH & GRAB – MEBANE, NC
On 11/12/19, at approximately 5:15 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and said he was looking for an engagement ring. He also said he would return the next day with his girlfriend. The subject then looked around and eventually went to the showca ...
SMASH & GRAB – WASHINGTON COUNTY, PA
On 11/13/19, at approximately 7:45 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store armed with hammers. They ordered everyone to the floor. The subjects then smashed display cases and removed jewelry before they fled. The subjects were described as two black ma ...
SMASH & GRAB ROBBER CHARGED – GRAND RAPIDS, MI
On 11/12/19, Demond Antonio Manley Jr. appeared in federal court. He was charged with interference with commerce by robbery for his involvement in a jewelry store robbery in Portage, MI on 8/30/19. He was one of three subjects who took part in that robber ...
Video: Subjects shot after jewelry store robbery
Atascocita, TX – On November 10, 2019, at approximately 4:03 p.m. four masked subjects entered a jewelry store. They then proceeded to smash display cases. Shortly after the subjects breached display cases, the store’s owner opened fire. Click within to learn more.
GRAB & RUN – IRVING, TX
On 11/7/19, at approximately 8:38 p.m., a female subject entered a jewelry store and stated she was shopping for her boyfriend. She asked to see a gold chain she viewed in the store two days earlier. After the sales associate presented the chain, the subj ...
Terrorism financing suspect extradited to face charges in U.S.
This subject helped fund terrorism.
REMOVED DISPLAY – COLORDO SPRINGS, CO
On 11/6/19, a retail sales associate left for a break at 7:05 p.m. A few minutes later she noticed a subject walk by her carrying a box. Shortly after that, a customer said the subject was walking away with a case of jewelry covered by her jacket. The sal ...
GRAB & RUN – BRIDGEWATER, NJ
On 11/5/19, at approximately 5:00 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and was assisted at the display case which contained gold chains. The subject looked at a 24” curb chain and then asked to see a 26” curb chain, to compare them. As the jewelry was ...
GRAB AND RUN – COLUMBIA, SC
On 11/5/19, at approximately 1:45 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and approached a gold showcase. The subject asked to see gold chains and gold crosses. Once both items were removed from the showcase, the subject asked to place the pendant on ...
SMASH & GRAB – BURNSVILLE, MN
On 11/3/19, at 1:07 p.m., three individuals backed up a red Chrysler minivan to the front of a jewelry store. All three subjects wore brightly colored hooded sweatshirts. After entering the store, the subjects ordered sales associates and customers to get ...
DIAMOND SWITCH – NORTH RIVERSIDE, IL
On 10/19/19, three subjects entered a jewelry store and requested to see 1 ½ carat diamond stud earrings. They also asked to try them on. During the try-on, the diamond earrings were switched, and cubic zirconia (CZ) earrings were returned in place of the ...
Fleeing robber subdued by public
Shepherd’s Bush, London – On October 25, 2019, three robbers drove a car into a jewelry store. They then proceeded to brandish hammers. Click within to find out what happened next.
ATTEMPTED SMASH & GRAB – PITTSBURGH, PA
On 10/29/19, at approximately 8:45 p.m., four masked subjects entered a jewelry store. Some of the subjects carried bags and hammers. The subjects ordered sales associates to get down. The subject then saw an armed security guard and fled from the store. ...
GRAB & RUN – MACON, GA
On 10/28/19, at approximately 7:15 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and looked at diamond rings. The subject stated he was looking for a ring for his girlfriend. After several minutes, the subject asked to see a black diamond engagement ring. ...
Wanted for Brazen Armed Robbery
This subject stole half of a jewelry store’s inventory.
DIAMOND SWITCH – LOMBARD, IL
On 10/26/19, at approximately 4:14 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and requested to see diamond earrings. A pair of 0.5-carat earrings were presented to him. He then requested to see two-carat diamond earrings. Before the new earrings were pr ...
JUDGE REBUKES TEEN ROBBERS – ST. CLAIR COUNTY, MI
On 10/23/19, three teenage suspects were sentenced for their involvement in a smash & grab robbery that occurred on 7/9/19, in Fort Gratiot, MI. Jaylon Conklin and Jaison Evans, both 17, were sentenced to between 30 months and 15 years in prison. Lezz ...
GRAB & RUN – SARASOTA, FL
On 10/21/19, at approximately 7:20 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and stated he was interested in seeing gold bracelets. The subject stated he was from the Miami area and he was interested in applying for credit, but he would have to ask his ...
Suspect conceals stolen ring in body
Manteca, CA – On October 19, 2019, a would-be jewelry buyer stole a ring valued at more than $100,000. Click within to learn how he concealed the ring.
GRAB & RUN – SPRINGFIELD, MO
On 10/21/19, at approximately 7:55 p.m., a subject approached the jewelry store kiosk and stated she was looking for a birthday present for herself. She picked out four sets of earrings and asked to see them all so she could take pictures of them. She the ...
Suspect arrested after $50,000 jewelry theft
Goodlettsville, TN – On September 26, 2019, a jewelry store’s loss prevention officer was informed that almost $50,000 in jewelry was missing from the store.
DISTRACTION THEFT – ARLINGTON, VA
On 10/19/19, at approximately 6:58 p.m., six subjects entered a jewelry store within a short period of time. Two sales associates were working in the store. One was helping a couple and the other associate was distracted by one of the subjects. While both ...
DIAMOND SWITCH – WOODBRIDGE, VA
On 10/16/19, at approximately 2:25 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and stated that he wanted to buy earrings for his wife. He selected a pair of earrings and said he wanted to see how they looked against his ear. He asked for a mirror and the sale ...
SMASH & GRAB – TEXAS CITY, TX
On 10/15/19, at approximately 6:18 p.m., a male subject approached a jewelry store’s front door and held it open. Three subjects then entered the store and used hammers to break glass display cases. The subjects were in the store for approximately one min ...
GRAB & RUN – ALTOONA, PA
On 10/13/19, at approximately 12:00 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and requested to see bridal rings. The sales associate showed him the bridal case and got a second sales associate to provide assistance. As soon as the subject gained possession ...
SMASH & GRAB – JOLIET, IL
On 10/9/19, at approximately 4:43 p.m., two male subjects entered a jewelry store and walked directly to a solitaire case. One of the subjects revealed a hammer from inside his jacket. He then smashed the display case. The subjects were in the store for 2 ...
GRAB AND RUN – DENVER, CO
On 10/9/19, at approximately 7:55 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to have two gold chains. While the subject waited, another sales associate showed him a ring. The subject seemed rushed. He stated that he had looked at the ring before. A ...
SMASH & GRAB – ROSENBURG, TX
On 10/8/19, at approximately 4:24 p.m., three subjects wearing hoodies entered a jewelry store and carried hammers. One of the subjects held the front door open while two other subjects began smashing display cases. The subjects removed jewelry from five ...
HOUSTON, TX – GRAB & RUN
On 10/6/19, at approximately 1:50 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and inquired about purchasing an engagement ring. During the presentation, the sales associate discussed credit options with the subject. While the subject viewed the item, he got ...
Smash & Grab Robbers Arrested
Kalamazoo, MI – On October 5, 2019, two suspects were involved in a smash and grab robbery of a retail jewelry store.
ROBBERS ARRESTED AFTER PURSUIT – KALAMAZOO, MI
On 10/5/19, at approximately 8:00 p.m., three subjects entered a jewelry store and began smashing display cases. They then grabbed jewelry and fled. After the subjects left the store, law enforcement was alerted to the description of their getaway vehicle ...
GRAB AND RUN – COLUMBIA, SC
On 10/4/19, at approximately 11:30 a.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and began looking at watches. After the sales associate handed the male the watch, the male secured it on his wrist. Once the watch was secured, the male walked out of the sto ...
GRAB AND RUN – CARLSBAD, CA
On 10/2/19, at approximately 7:00 p.m, a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see bridal sets. While conversing with the sales associate, he asked if he could see her personal ring that was on her finger. He also inquired about payment plans and c ...
ATTEMPTED SMASH & GRAB – KENNESAW, GA
On the evening of 10/1/19, four subjects arrived at a jewelry store in a white vehicle of an unknown make and model. The subjects exited the vehicle and approached the front entrance. The subjects entered the foyer but were unable to enter the location du ...
GRAB AND RUN – TRUMBULL, CT
On 9/28/19, at approximately 8:45 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and stated he was interested in watches. After looking at several watches, the subject stepped out of the store to take a phone call. When the subject returned to look at a 24” ...
SMASH & GRAB – MISSOURI CITY, TX
On 9/29/19, a subject approached a jewelry store with a hoodie over his face. He held open the door as two other subjects entered the store with hoodies over their heads. The second and third subject used hammers to break the glass at two showcases. The s ...
GRAB AND RUN – MORGANTOWN, WV
On 9/26/19, at approximately 8:30 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and said he was looking for an engagement ring for a special lady. The subject was taken to the bridal case. He was shown a 2 ct. ring, but said he wanted something smaller. The ass ...
Customs Agents in Kentucky Seize $90M in Counterfeit Jewelry
New York, NY – On September 27, 2019, the National Jeweler’s Lenore Fedow wrote an article regarding counterfeit jewelry that has been seized by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Click within to read the article.
GRAB & RUN – BREA, CA
On 9/25/19, at approximately 10:30 a.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and expressed interest in looking at chains. The sales associate believed the subject had committed grab and runs at other stores. The associate stated she didn’t have the key. A c ...
CREDIT FRAUD – WADSWORTH, OH
On 9/23/19, at approximately 7:56 p.m., a subject entered a retail jewelry store. He stated he wanted to get a 10-year anniversary gift for his wife. The subject inquired about getting a necklace to match a ring. He slid his card in the credit card proces ...
Distraction Thieves Use Sleight-of-Hand To Steal a Cross!
Oakland Park, FL – On September 8, 2019, three subjects surreptitiously utilized a sleight-of-hand distraction technique to steal across from a jewelry store. Click within to see the footage.
Brazen Smash & Grab Results in Arrest
Bromley, England – On September 22, 2019, at approximately 9:30 a.m., 30-year-old Nathan Thamby was accused of committing a smash and grab at a jewelry store in Bromley, England.
Two Detroit Men Sentenced for Smash & Grab Robbery
Bay City, MI – On September 19, 2019, 22-year-old Derrick Hebron and 20-year-old Jerone Hamler, were each sentenced to 63 months or 5.25 years in prison for a robbery which occurred on October 22, 2018, in Saginaw, MI.
LAPD Detective Recovers $100,000 Diamond Stolen from Jeweler
Bellevue, WA – September 13, 2019 – Detective Sharen Stallworth from the Los Angeles Police Department’s (LAPD) Commercial Crimes Division helped a jeweler recover a 5.57 ct. Marquise cut diamond.
SMASH & GRAB – SANDUSKY, OH
On 9/23/19, at approximately 7:45 p.m., at least five young men entered a jewelry store and examined a display case containing rings. When the sales associate asked if they needed assistance, the male subject used a hammer and began hitting the showcase. ...
GRAB AND RUN – COLLEGE STATION, TX
On 9/19/19, at approximately 8:10 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store. He expressed interest in purchasing an engagement ring. During the sales presentation, the subject pretended to see a friend enter the store. The moment the sales associate lo ...
GRAB AND RUN – ORANGE, CA
On 9/12/19, at approximately 12:41 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and said he wanted to look at chains. He told the sales associate he only had a $1500 budget. He then asked to see the chain in question. The sales associate told him it was out ...
SMASH & GRAB – BAYTOWN, TX
On 9/18/19, at approximately 6:50 p.m., four subjects entered a jewelry store carrying hammers and pillowcases. The subjects went to showcases and then smashed them. They removed the jewelry and then placed them in pillowcases. The subjects wore hoodies d ...
ONE DIAMOND DISTRICT ROBBER ARRESTED – PASCO COUNTY, FL
On 9/15/19, one of the suspects responsible for a $4 million jewelry store robbery in New York’s Diamond District was arrested. Pedro Davila, 27, was apprehended in Pasco County, FL. Davila’s accomplices 39-year-old Jaysean Sutton and an unidentified male ...
SMASH & GRAB – HOUSTON, TX
On 9/13/19, at approximately 5:40 p.m., four subjects wearing hoodies entered a jewelry store. Three of the subjects carried hammers. They smashed two display cases and then fled with jewelry. All four subjects were described as being in their early twent ...
SMASH & GRAB – SAN BERNARDINO, CA
On 9/11/19, at approximately 8:15 p.m., three subjects entered a jewelry store. One of the subjects proceeded to smash display cases in the front of the store, while another subject directed him to other cases. The third subject grabbed jewelry from broke ...
Gold toilet stolen from Winston Churchill’s Childhood home
London – On September 14, 2019, an 18-karat gold toilet worth approximately $6 million was stolen from a palace in the United Kingdom.
FIFTH ROBBERY SUSPECT SENTENCED – MCALLEN TX
On 9/12/19, a judge sentenced 34-year-old robber Alberto Rafael Barrera to nine years in prison. Barrera pleaded guilty to charges of aggravated robbery for his involvement in a jewelry store robbery on July 28, 2019. On that date, seven masked suspects e ...
DISTRACTION THIEVES ARRESTED – STAUNTON, VA
On 4/7/19, two suspects identified as Adrian Stoica, 40, and Sofia Brastas, 36, were arrested by law enforcement in Arlington, VA. The suspects were apprehended based on charges filed by the New York State Police. Stoica and Brastas are alleged to have co ...
NYPD Identifies Two Diamond District Gunpoint Robbers
New York, NY – On September 10, 2019, the New York Police Department (NYPD) released the names of two individuals who committed a robbery at a jewelry store in New York City’s Diamond District on August 25, 2019.
GRAB AND RUN – CALUMET CITY, IL
On 9/10/19, at approximately 1:45 p.m., a male subject entered into a jewelry store and immediately requested to see a diamond ring. The sales associate reached into the showcase to remove the item. The subject then reached over and snatched the ring from ...
ATTEMPTED SMASH & GRAB – TAYLOR, MI
On 9/9/19, at approximately 2:35 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store. The first subject was armed with a sledgehammer and a second subject wore gloves and a surgical mask. He also carried a bag. The first subject smashed the front of the gents diam ...
ROBBER KILLED BY POLICE – GLENDORA, CA
On 9/6/19, at approximately 12:15 p.m., two male subjects committed an armed robbery at a jewelry store in Glendora, CA. After robbing the store, the subjects escaped through the back. A female subject waited in a vehicle, she was detained and then arrest ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – TRUMBULL, CT
On 9/5/19, at approximately 12:35 p.m., a female subject accompanied a male subject to a jewelry kiosk in a mall. The subjects expressed interest in rings. The sales associate presented two rings using the presentation pad. The female subject proceeded to ...
ROBBERS ARRESTED – PHENIX CITY, AL
On 8/30/19, the U.S. Marshal’s Task Force along with Phenix City Police Department Authorities arrested 40-year-old Quintrell Thomas Martin in Birmingham, AL. Martin’s accomplice, 34-year-old Willie James Calhoun, was also arrested on 8/22/19. The duo com ...
GRAB & RUN – LAKE GROVE, NY
On 9/1/19, at approximately 4:45 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to look at multiple items. The sales associate showed the subject a necklace and a bracelet. Both items were on the front counter. As the sales associate went to open the c ...
ROBBERY SUSPECTS ARRESTED – MODESTO, CA
On 8/27/19, 22-year-old Phelan Parker was taken into custody. Parker allegedly committed a smash and grab robbery of a jewelry store in Modesto, CA on 8/25/19. Parker, along with his accomplices, Kyrin McKenzie, 23, and 28-year-old Wilfredo Robles Jr. are ...
GUNPOINT ROBBERY – SARASOTA, FL
On 8/28/19, at approximately 2:09 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and approached the counter containing high-end watches. The subject requested to see watches. He looked at several and then placed them on a display case. As store employees pl ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – BEL AIR, MD
On 8/25/19, at approximately 3:40 p.m., three subjects entered a jewelry store at the same time. Two subjects asked to see merchandise in different parts of the store, while the third subject asked employees questions. The subjects were in the store for l ...
Jewelry Store to the Stars Is Robbed by Armed Men in Disguises
New York, NY – On August 26, 2019, New York Times reporter, Michael Gold, wrote an article citing JSA’s robbery statistics to contextualize a $4 million Diamond District robbery in New York City.
SMASH & GRAB – POOLER, GA
On 8/23/19, at approximately 6:26 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and shortly thereafter, a second male subject entered the store. Both subjects exhibited suspicious behaviors. Both were reluctant to remove their hands from their pockets. The ...
GUNPOINT ROBBERY – ALPINE, CA
On 8/20/19, at approximately 11:30 a.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and inquired about chains. He conversed with a manager. At that point, another subject entered the store and produced a handgun. After displaying the gun, he zip-tied the manager ...
POWER CUT – FAIRFIELD, CT
On 8/11/19, between 3:00 a.m., and 4:00 a.m., a retail jeweler received a call from his alarm company in response to a loss of power at his store. The jeweler discovered the store's electrical meter was pried off the box. No suspects were observed. If you ...
POWER CUT – DARIEN, CT
On 8/10/19, a jewelry store experienced several alarm activation signals overnight. Police responded each time the alarms went off. After meeting with an electrician, the owner discovered that an exterior breaker had been intentionally turned off only to ...
Video: Jeweler tussles with robbers
Santa Monica, CA – On 8/15/19, at approximately 11:36 a.m., a jewelry store owner confronted two subjects attempting to commit a smash and grab robbery.
GRAB AND RUN – SAN DIEGO, CA
On 8/19/19, at approximately 11:55 a.m., a subject entered a retail jewelry store and asked to see various bridal pieces. The subject stated he only had around $5,000 to spend. When the subject was asked about a credit account. He began the process of app ...
GRAB AND RUN – RIVERDALE, CA
On 8/15/19, at approximately 12:45 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and inquired about gold chains. The sales associate took out a chain and handed it to one of the subjects. The subject then asked to see another. When the second chain was remov ...
SMASH & GRAB – NEW PORT RICHEY, FL
On 8/15/19, at approximately 12:55 p.m., a male subject approached a jewelry showcase inside a mall. He immediately used a hammer-like object to breach the case. The subject then proceeded to remove merchandise. At that point, patrons in the mall began ye ...
Jewelry store owner fires at robbers
Phenix, AL – On August 14, 2019, at approximately 12:30 p.m., two subjects committed a gunpoint robbery at a jewelry store. The store’s owner then fired shots at the robbers. Click within to learn more.
DISTRACTION THEFT – AKRON, OH
On 8/13/19, at approximately 8:33 p.m., a male subject entered a retail jewelry store and began conversing with a sales associate at the farthest point inside the store. At 8:34 p.m., a second male subject entered the store. He went immediately to the fro ...
ROBBERS SENTENCED – MCALLEN, TX
On 8/14/19, a second suspect pleaded guilty for his involvement in an attempted robbery of $2.7 million in watches from a jewelry store on 8/28/18 in McAllen, TX. Raul Rangel, 44, and six other suspects used sledgehammers to smash a jewelry store’s glass ...
Suspect arrested following robbery
Phoenix, AZ – On August 11, 2019, at approximately 1:00 p.m., 31-year-old Edward Ahumada, and his accomplice smashed a glass jewelry display case with a metal tool.
SUSPECT SENTENCED – GRAND RAPIDS, MI
On 8/10/19, 28-year-old Demetrius Eugene Woodson was sentenced to two years in prison by a federal judge. He was sentenced for switching real diamonds with fake diamonds at a jewelry store. Woodson pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit offen ...
GRAB AND RUN – ARLINGTON, TX
On 8/6/19, at approximately 12:21 p.m., a subject entered a retail jewelry store and inquired about chains. The subject had one chain secured on his neck and then asked to see a second chain. During the sales presentation, the subject grabbed the second c ...
GRAB AND RUN – MANCHESTER, CT
On 8/5/19, at approximately 12:10 p.m., a male subject approached a kiosk and requested to look at men’s diamond rings. The sales associate presented the subject with a ring. While the subject was in possession of the ring, he requested to look at a secon ...
GRAB AND RUN – BAYTOWN, TX
On 8/3/19, at approximately 1:50 p.m., a Black male entered a jewelry store and inquired about diamond engagement rings. He expressed interest in a 2 ct. diamond ring. As the sales associate removed the ring from the showcase, the subject reached over and ...
Power-Cutting Burglars Reach the Northeast!
Morris Plains, NJ – On July 27, 2019, at approximately 6:30 a.m., three subjects cut power to a jewelry store.
GRAB & RUN – VERO BEACH, FL
On 8/1/19, at approximately 7:45 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and inquired about solitaire engagement rings. The subject was shown a 2ct. engagement ring. He then pointed at two 1.5 ct. rings and inquired about them. Once the sales associate tu ...
What steps have you taken to secure your store from burglars?
Greensboro, NC – On July 30, 2019, the Southern Jewelry News published an article in response to the Jewelers’ Security Alliances nationwide burglary alert. The article outlines the best practices four jewelers have followed to prevent burglaries. Click within to learn more.
SNEAK THEFT – ELIZABETH, NJ
On 7/28/19, at approximately 1:02 p.m., a male subject inquired about Movado watches. While the associate presented merchandise from the showcase, the subject reached into the case and removed a watch. The sales associate was unaware of what occurred. The ...
Jewelry maker pawns $1 million in stolen merchandise
Houston, TX – On July 5, 2019, 55-year-old jewelry maker Raul Hernandez, was arrested after he pawned $1 million of jewelry. He also pawned jewelry over 450 times.
GRAB AND RUN – EL PASO, TX
On 6/27/19, at approximately 7:00 p.m., a female subject entered a jewelry store with a male companion. Unbeknownst to store employees, the female subject grabbed a chain and placed it in her pocket before walking out of the store. The female subject is W ...
ARMED ROBBERY – SOUTHERN PINES, NC
On 7/28/19, at approximately 5:30 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and pointed out the lines of diamond rings that he wanted. He displayed a weapon and had the sales associate pull pads out of the showcases. The subject removed the pieces he w ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – BOURBONAIS, IL
On 7/24/19, at approximately 8:00 p.m., a male and female subject entered a jewelry store and requested to see a diamond bridal ring. The subjects asked to see and were shown several diamond bridal items. While the sales associate was showing the female s ...
GRAB AND RUN – HAYWARD, CA
On 7/25/19, at approximately 3:00 p.m., sales associate presented a menâs ring to a male subject. A female accomplice was sitting down waiting for the mail near the entrance. The male subject tried on the ring and began walking toward his accomplice. He ...
Brazen Smash & Grab Robbers Apprehended
New York, NY – On July 19, 2019, at approximately 11:30 a.m., three subjects entered a jewelry store in Midtown Manhattan.
GUNPOINT ROBBERY – MIAMI, FL
On 7/24/19, at approximately 10:50 a.m., four masked subjects entered a jewelry store and proceeded to tie-up the jewelry store owner. The owner was punched in the stomach before thieves restrained him. Two of the subjects were armed with handguns. The su ...
GRAB AND RUN – HURST, TX
On 7/23/19, at approximately 7:35 p.m., a male subject entered a retail jewelry store and requested to see earrings and gold chains. The subject stated his name was Antoine. During the sales presentation, the subject gained possession of a chain and then ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – PERU, IL
On 7/20/19, at approximately 12:52 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and requested to see bridal sets. The sales associate presented them with several items. The subjects then left the store without making a purchase. On July 21st, the store no ...
GRAB AND RUN – VICTORVILLE, GA
On 7/19/19, at approximately 8:40 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and inquired about a Cuban gold chain. The associates presented several chains. The subject expressed interest in a particular chain and inquired about credit and payment options. T ...
SMASH & GRAB – FOREST PARK, GA
On 7/8/19, at approximately 11:47 a.m., two subjects entered a business that sells jewelry. One of the subjects walked behind a counter and brandished a silver pistol. He told employees to stay in the back. He then told customers to stay where they were. ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – MISHAWAKA, IN
On 7/14/19, at approximately 5:20 p.m., a male and female subject entered a jewelry store and moved to the diamond bridal and loose diamond showcases. The subjects stated that they were waiting for a particular sales associate who was assisting another gu ...
A car chase and shootout implicates notorious felon
Grosse Pointe Farms, MI – July 15, 2019 – Following a shootout and a car chase, the Grosse Point Police Department recently discovered a car in a lake. That car was registered to a man that has committed robberies at jewelry stores.
Judge tells thieves not to come back to his state
A mother and daughter spared prison.
ATTEMPTED SMASH & GRAB – WESTLAND, MI
On 7/14/19, at approximately 4:45 p.m., three subjects entered a jewelry store wearing gloves, masks, and hoodies covering their faces. One of the subjects brandished a hammer and yelled: “Get to the ground!” The subjects proceeded to run further into the ...
GRAB AND RUN – FARMINGTON, CT
On 7/12/19, at approximately 4:00 p.m., a subject visited a retail jewelry store and asked to see a pair of earrings. Once the items were in his hand, he fled from the store. He was described as a Black male in his late 20’s. He is 5’9” and was last seen ...
GRAB AND RUN – SAN MARCOS, TX
On 7/11/19, at approximately 8:40 p.m., a subject visited a jewelry store and informed associates that he was shopping for a 5-year anniversary gift for his wife. The subject was not wearing a wedding ring. The sales associate presented the subject with o ...
Suspect arrested after using stolen credit cards
Boise, ID – On July 9, 2019, the Boise Police Department responded to a report of a suspicious transaction at a store when a man attempted to buy jewelry with credit cards that all declined.
GRAB AND RUN – WESTLAND, MI
On 7/7/19, at approximately 5:00 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and introduced himself as Gerard. He stated he was shopping for his wife. He was not sure what style of ring he wanted to buy or what his budget was. The sales associate placed a ros ...
SMASH & GRAB – FORT GRATIOT TOWNSHIP, MI
On 7/9/19, at approximately 7:30 p.m., law enforcement was alerted to a robbery at a jewelry store. As deputies were en route to the crime scene, they received reports that the subjects fled in a red Chevrolet Impala. Law enforcement from the St. Clair Co ...
Suspect steals rings from 3 stores in 3 months
Milwaukee County, WI – On July 2, 2019, 21-year-old Timothy Dodd was arrested after committing thefts of diamond rings from three jewelry stores over a three-month time span.
GRAB AND RUN – FT. WORTH, TX
On 7/7/19, at approximately 6:10 p.m., a subject visited a jewelry store and requested 22â or 24â gold chains. The subject stated he wanted a gold chain similar to the one he was currently wearing. Â The sales associate presented one gold chain. At th ...
GRAB AND RUN – LAREDO, TX
On 7/6/19, at approximately 5:50 p.m., a subject visited a jewelry store to discuss his broken bracelet. The sales associate offered suggestions on how it could be repaired. During the conversation, the subject asked to view a new bracelet. Sales associat ...
Arrested for Multiple Burglaries
This suspect was arrested for committing multiple burglaries.
ROBBER CHARGED – ST. LOUIS, MO
On 7/3/19, 28-year-old Deven Strauther was charged with robbery. Strauther is accused of attempting to rob a jewelry store in St. Louis, MO on May 25, 2019. Authorities say Strauther and an accomplice entered one set of doors at a jewelry store. They then ...
SMASH & GRAB – MONROE, MI
On 7/1/19, at approximately 2:19 p.m., three subjects entered a jewelry store. The first subject carried a small orange suitcase. The second subject carried a black backpack. The third subject carried a pink backpack. The three subjects went to the displa ...
SMASH & GRAB – ELKHART, IN
On 6/25/19, at approximately 11:18 a.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and ordered employees to “get down!” The subjects proceeded to smash two showcases. They took jewelry and then fled from the store in a dark red sedan vehicle. Both subjects wer ...
JSA Issues ‘Code Red’ for Jewelry Stores as More Burglars Cut Power Lines
New York, NY – On June 28, 2019, INSTORE Magazine published an article about the Jewelers’ Security Alliances recent warning for jewelers.
Video: Vigilant jeweler thwarts would-be burglars
Yorba Linda, CA – On June 24, 2019, subjects cut power to a jewelry store. At 3:00 a.m.., on the following day, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office devised a plan to catch the burglars in the act.
DISTRACTION THEFT – GLEN BURNIE, MD
On 6/20/19, two subjects entered a jewelry store with an infant in a stroller. The subjects asked to look at earrings, then gold bracelets and finally gold chains. During the presentation, both subjects conversed with the sales associate at the same time. ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – LEXINGTON, KY
On 6/22/19, at approximately 2:30 p.m., three subjects were in a store and acted suspiciously while store personnel were busy with guests. Two of the subjects posed as a couple while a third subject roamed the store. When reaching for a ring at the front ...
Your guide for traveling with jewelry
New York, NY – June 24, 2019 – Jewelers Mutual published an article describing ways to safeguard your jewelry when traveling.
Washington Jewelry Thief Apprehended
Renton, WA – On May 22, 2019, 20-year-old Kendul Dakiwan Looney, was arrested after he stole a watch and attempted to steal a ring in March 2019. Watch the video below to learn more.
MIdtown Manhattan diamond dealer escapes with cash
New York, NY – On June 21, 2019, the New York Daily News published an article about several customers who have accused Joshua Niamehr of swindling them out of their money.
Suspect charged in gunpoint robbery
Takoma Park, MD – On June 14, 2019, 23-year-old Ever Torres-Enriquez, was arrested following a traffic stop on New Hampshire Avenue in Maryland.
Real estate agent drove off in Mercedes-Benz after theft
Radnor, PA – On June 14, 2019, the Radnor Police Department announced that they arrested 45-year-old Anda Frank.
ATTEMPTED SMASH & GRAB – CHARLOTTE, NC
On 6/19/19, at approximately 7:00 p.m., three subjects entered a jewelry store and went directly to the gold showcase. They asked if the store carried 14kt gold. They also inquired about the store’s layaway program. They were at the counter for approximat ...
More than 25 customers accuse jeweler of swindling them
Lawrenceville, GA – On June 19, 2019, the Lawrenceville Police Department issued a flyer regarding complaints against 55-year-old jeweler, Timothy New.
Video: Savannah Police seek to identify subjects
Savannah, GA – On June 15, 2019, at approximately 7:30 p.m., three male subjects were observed tampering with a jewelry store’s power box.
SUBJECTS ARRESTED AFTER ROBBERY – COLLIERVILLE, TN
On 6/18/19, at approximately 12:33 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and made their way to the bridal section. The subjects demanded the sales associates open the showcases. Various bridal pieces were removed from at least 12 showcases, including ...
SUSPECTS ARRESTED FOR ROBBERY – ORANGE, TX
On 6/15/19, at approximately 10:38 p.m., officers responded to an armed robbery at a store that sells jewelry. Two male subjects entered the store. One of the men brandished a firearm. The subjects took approximately $50,000 worth of jewelry. The duo left ...
Video: Burglars cut hole in roof, then stole $135,000 worth of jewelry
Arcadia, CA – On June 10, 2019, at approximately 3:00 a.m., subjects cut a hole in the roof of a jewelry store and proceeded to steal jewelry.
SMASH & GRAB – DECATUR, GA
On 6/17/19, at approximately 1:02 p.m., two male subjects entered a store and stood close to jewelry cases. After about one minute, one of the subjects began hitting the top of the case with a small pointed tool. The second subject then helped hit the top ...
SUSPECT INDICTED FOR MURDER OF JEWELER – NEW ORLEANS, LA
On 6/13/19, 25-year-old Magen Hall was charged with second-degree murder. Hall is accused of murdering 62-year-old jeweler Patrick Murphy overnight between February 28 and 29, 2019. Murphyâs body was discovered by a housekeeper inside of Murphyâs Ho ...
GRAB & RUN – CONCORD, CA
On 6/9/19, at approximately 11:15 a.m., a jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. Two subjects approached the sales associate and asked her to see a gold chain at the same time. The sales associate handed the chain to the subjects, who then ...
Video: Subject wanted after assaulting clerk in robbery
Milwaukee, WI – On June 7, 2019, at approximately 4:10 p.m., the subject featured within committed a gunpoint robbery and pistol-whipped a jewelry store clerk.
Alrosa Employee, 2 Others Arrested for Stealing Diamonds
New York, NY – On June 11, 2019, the National Jeweler’s Michelle Graff published an article regarding the theft of millions of dollars worth of diamonds from a mining company.
SMASH AND GRAB SUSPECTS ARRESTED – JACKSONVILLE, FL
On 6/11/19, law enforcement in Jacksonville, FL received a tip that robbers could be preparing to commit a smash and grab robbery at a jewelry store in their jurisdiction. At 6:50 p.m., when three male suspects committed a smash and grab at a jewelry stor ...
SNEAK THEFT – FOLEY, AL
On 6/7/19, at approximately 11:30 a.m., a female subject entered a jewelry store and handed a sales associate a watch for repair. The subject walked around the store, and then picked up two sterling silver necklaces from an open display case. She then con ...
GRAB AND RUN – HENDERSON, NV
On 6/5/19, at approximately 12:25 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and asked a sales associate if he could see a pair of diamond earrings. The sales associate showed him the pair. Once the diamond earrings were in the subject’s hands, he fled from ...
GRAB & RUN THIEF ARRESTED – NORTH ATTLEBORO, MA
On 6/5/18, at approximately 7:30 p.m., a jewelry store manager and another man subdued a thief who had fled from a jewelry store with a gold chain and bracelet. The suspect was later identified as 32-year-old David Moreland. Moreland tried to negotiate t ...
GRAB AND RUN – SOUTHLAKE, TX
On 6/2/19, at approximately 1:30 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and requested to look at chains for himself. The subject left and then returned to the store several times. On his last visit, he was presented with a rope chain with a gold cro ...
Video: Violent Robbers Assault Jeweler in Paris
Paris, France – On June 5, 2019, at approximately 10:16 a.m., a subject rang a jewelry store’s doorbell. After the jeweler let the man into the store, the subject pointed a gun at his face.
Video: Nationwide Burglary Pattern
Folsom, CA – On May 23, 2019, the Jewelers’ Security Alliance issued an alert to its members regarding a nationwide burglary threat.
ATTEMPTED SMASH & GRAB – GRANDVILLE, MI
On 5/26/19, at approximately 4:36 p.m., a subject went into a store behind a guest and ran to the back of the store and then towards the front of the store. The subject used a hammer to hit a showcase three times but he was unable to gain access. He then ...
Nationwide Chilean Burglars Arrested in Arizona
Scottsdale, AZ – On May 29, 2019, three Chilean burglars were charged for their involvement in a series of burglaries that spanned several states.
SMASH & GRAB ROBBERS ARRESTED – GRANDVILLE, MI –
On 5/26/19, at approximately 4:40 p.m., two subjects were arrested for their involvement in a jewelry store robbery. One of the subjects smashed display cases. The other subject remained in a nearby car as a getaway driver. No one was injured inside the s ...
ATTEMPTED SMASH & GRAB – PINEVILLE, NC
On 5/22/19, at approximately 7:40 p.m., three masked male subjects exited a black SUV and attempted to enter a jewelry store. The third subject carried a multi-colored backpack. They entered through the first set of doors into the store’s lobby. They then ...
GRAB & RUN – TEMPE, AZ
On 5/21/19, at approximately 6:00 p.m., a subject approached a kiosk and asked to see a gold chain with a pendant. Once the subject had the chain and pendant in his possession, he asked what the total amount would be as if he were going to pay. The sales ...
ATTEMPTED SMASH & GRAB – CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH
On 5/21/19, a Black Nisan Altima entered a jewelry store parking lot at a high rate of speed. The car immediately backed up to the front entrance of the store. The manager observed four masked subjects exit the car. The subjects carried backpacks and bega ...
SMASH & GRAB – STERLING HEIGHTS, MI
On 5/16/19, at approximately 8:56 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and immediately began smashing display cases. His accomplice entered the store after the showcases were smashed. The second subject reached into the showcase and removed several pie ...
GRAB AND RUN – SAN ANTONIO, TX
On 5/8/19, at approximately 8:45 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and immediately approached the gold counter. He told a sales associate, he was in the store earlier. He asked to see the gold chains he viewed during his initial trip to the store. T ...
Thief steals necklace day before Mother’s Day
Radnor Township, PA – On May 11, 2019, a female subject entered a jewelry store and stole a necklace valued at $2,000. Watch the video within to learn more.
ATTEMPTED SMASH & GRAB – GREENWOOD, IN
On 5/10/19, at approximately 8:33 p.m., three male subjects exited a gray sedan and approached the front entrance of a jewelry store. One of the subjects remained in the vehicle. Two other subjects entered the vestibule. They were not able to access the f ...
ARMED ROBBERY – MONROE, NC
On 5/9/19, at approximately 3:45 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and displayed weapons. They ordered sales associates to go to the store’s back room. They then asked to be shown the safe. They removed damaged merchandise that was in the safe. T ...
Suspect entered through roof during jewelry store burglary
McAlester, OK – On May 6, 2019, 30-year-old Randy Lee Roe, broke into a jewelry store through the roof. He descended from the roof using an extension cord and proceeded to steal $45,000 worth of jewelry.
ROBBERY – BATON ROUGE, LA
On 5/8/19, at approximately 8:45 p.m., two male subjects entered a jewelry store and ordered everyone to get on the floor. One of the subjects demanded the manager open the showcases with case keys. The first subject laid a hammer on top of the case and p ...
GRAB AND RUN – JACKSONVILLE, FL
On 5/6/19, at approximately 7:00 p.m., a subject asked to see men’s and women’s matching leather strap watches. The subject was presented with a large women’s watch. After trying on the watch, the subject asked to see a smaller women’s watch. As the sales ...
Video: Burglar Wore Donald Trump Mask While Ransacking Jewelry Store
Queensland, Australia – On May 5, 2019, at approximately 5:30 a.m., a burglar wearing a Donald Trump mask broke into a jewelry store.
BURGLARY – HOUSTON, TX
On 5/6/19, at approximately 03:36 a.m., four subjects gained entry to a jewelry store by breaking the bottom portion of the side window. After gaining entry, the subjects stole gemstones and gold jewelry. If you have any information regarding the subjects ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – DANBURY. CT
On 4/17/19, at approximately 7:25 p.m., two male subjects entered a jewelry store and asked to look at diamond earrings. During the presentation, the showcase door was left open. One of the subjects was able to reach in and remove a pair of earrings as th ...
GRAB & RUN – EASLEY, SC
On 5/3/19, at approximately 12:03 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store to look at watches and diamond rings. While a bridal set was being shown to him on a ring stick, the subject grabbed the stick with jewelry and fled from the store. He was last seen ...
Video: Jeweler Pistol Whipped in Robbery
Oklahoma City, OK – On May 2, 2019, at approximately 5:40 p.m. two men returned to a jewelry store after visiting it earlier in the day. They then assaulted the owner. Click within to see footage of the robbery.
GRAB AND RUN – AUBURN, WA
On 5/1/19, at approximately 3:30 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and claimed that he wanted to get his wife of 26 years an upgrade for her wedding ring. The subject was described as being “very nice and cheery. “The subject viewed merchandise and ...
GRAB AND RUN – PALMDALE, CA
On 4/26/19, at approximately 2:25 p.m., a subject entered a retail jewelry store and asked to see 18 Karat gold jewelry. The sales associate told him they don’t sell 18 karat gold items. The subject then asked to see a ring from the case. Once the subject ...
GRAB & RUN – LAS VEGAS, NV
On 4/28/19 at approximately 2:00 p.m., a subject approached a kiosk and looked around. She inquired about seeing a gold chain and a religious charm together. The sales associate showed her the chain and charm. The subject asked to hold them and the sales ...
SUSPECTS ARRESTED FOR CREDIT CARD FRAUD – LANGHORNE, PA
On 4/24/19, at approximately 3:10 p.m., 27-year-old Zinara Tiana Watson, went to a jewelry store and attempted to open an account using a fake ID that was falling apart. Police responded to the incident and arrested Watson. After Watson was brought to t ...
How ‘Bad Grandpas’ stole $20 million worth of jewelry
New York, NY – On April 23, 2019, Laura Lippman of the New York Times, published an article on the book “The Last Job: The ‘Bad Grandpas’ and the Hatton Garden Heist.” Click within to learn more.
GRAB & RUN – UNION GAP, WA
On 4/24/19, at approximately 5:45 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store for his second visit that day. He looked at several items. He then took a phone call and left the store. After returning to the store, the subject tried to put a gold chain on his ...
Arrested for gunpoint robbery
Southern Pines, NC – April 24, 2019
This suspect was arrested for a brazen robbery.
Dozens of Chilean ‘Tourists’ Implicated in California burglaries
Southern California – April 24, 2019, – This subject is one of dozens of subjects involved in burglaries. Click within to learn more.
Notorious smash & grab fugitive arrested
Detroit, MI – On April 23, 2019, 32-year-old Arthur Berry Jr. appeared in federal court to face charges of conspiring to interfere with commerce by robbery.
SMASH & GRAB – CHESTERFIELD, MO
On 4/24/19, at approximately 1:41 p.m., a subject walked by a jewelry store several times before meeting with a second subject. Both subjects then entered the store wearing surgical masks with their faces covered. One of the subjects stood by the doors a ...
ATTEMPTED SWITCH – LINCOLNWOOD, IL
On 4/18/19, at approximately 7:45 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see diamond earrings for his girlfriend. During the sales presentation, the subject took diamond earrings and placed them in his pocket. He then attempted to hand ...
Burglar wearing ‘Be A Good Human’ shirt steals $100k in jewelry
Chamblee, GA – On Good Friday, April 15, 2019, at approximately 9:00 p.m., 43-year-old Alexander Brown allegedly stole $100,000 in jewelry while wearing an ironic shirt. Click within to learn more.
300K worth of jewelry stolen in burglary
Fort Myers, FL – On April 15, 2019, subject(s) stole between $300,000 and $1 million worth of merchandise from a jewelry store.
GRAB AND RUN – TULARE, CA
On 4/19/19, at approximately 5:22 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see diamond rings. After he was presented with a ring, he fled from the store. The subject was described as a 5’4” Hispanic male. He weighs 150 lbs. He has a tattoo on ...
Wanted for Smash & Grab Robbery
Lawrenceville, GA – April 15, 2019
This subject and his accomplice committed a robbery.
GUNPOINT SMASH & GRAB – BAYTOWN, TX
On 4/16/19, at approximately 12:45 p.m., four subjects entered a jewelry store and said, “you are about to be robbed.” The subjects then ordered sales associates and employees to remain still and silent. One of the subjects displayed a handgun. They then ...
Jeweler Stages Robbery
Miami, FL – April 5, 2019
This jeweler defrauded his customers.
GUNPOINT SMASH & GRAB – BAYTOWN, TX
On 4/16/19, at approximately 12:45 p.m., four subjects entered a jewelry store and said, “you are about to be robbed.” The subjects then ordered sales associates and employees to remain still and silent. One of the subjects displayed a handgun. They then ...
Suspects arrested after $340K smash & grab robbery
Orlando, FL – On April 18, 2019, at approximately 6:10 p.m. four suspects entered a jewelry store. They committed a smash and grab robbery and fled with 17 watches before their arrest.
Video: Sneak thief uses sleight-of-hand to steal jewelry
Arlington, TX – On March 20, 2019, at approximately 3:30 p.m., a female subject entered a jewelry store and proceeded to surreptitiously steal thousands of dollars worth of jewelry by using a handkerchief.
SNEAK THEFT – FORSYTH, IL
On 4/7/19, at approximately 3:00 p.m., a female subject entered a jewelry store and told a sales associate that her insurance company sent her in to select replacement jewelry based on an insurance claim she had submitted. The sales associate presented s ...
GRAB AND RUN – PORTLAND, OR
On 4/9/19, at approximately 1:25 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see solitaire rings. He stated his name was James. He said he wanted to get a ring for his girl. He requested a specific size and quality. After the subject was presente ...
GRAB AND RUN – PEMBROKE PINES, FL
On 4/9/19, at approximately 10:00 a.m., a subject approached a kiosk and asked to see an angel wing pendant. Once the sales associate gave the subject the pendant, she explained the different promotions to him. Once the item was in his possession, he fled ...
SMASH & GRAB – BURNSVILLE, MN
On 4/6/19, at approximately 8:30 p.m., three subjects entered a jewelry store dressed in all black. The first subject asked where the diamonds where located. The three subjects then brandished hammers and proceeded to smash six display cases. They took di ...
ATTEMPTED SMASH & GRAB – LOMBARD, IL
On 4/4/19, at approximately 8:45, two male subjects approached the front door of a retail jewelry store. The store had a security guard at this location. The guard observed the subjects approaching the store. They put on masks and were carrying crowbars. ...
ATTEMPTED SMASH & GRAB – DOUGLASVILLE, GA
On 4/1/19, at approximately 8:34 p.m., three Black males in hoodies and masks ran to a jewelry store’s front door. The subjects noticed a guard was in the store. They then fled from the store. If you have any information regarding these subjects, please c ...
Gunpoint Robbers Wanted
Tampa, FL – On April 1, 2019, at approximately 5:10 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store. Once inside, the male subject brandished a gun. The subjects ordered sales associates to get on the floor. The subjects then proceeded to ransack display cases.
GRAB AND RUN – PHOENIX, AZ
On 4/1/19, at approximately 1:50 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see a high-end watch. He asked the sales associate if she knew where he could find other high-end watches. The sales associate told him he could find those items in a di ...
Defense Attorney’s client commits same crime against him!
Houston, TX – March 28, 2019 – An identity thief stole his defense attorney’s identity and attempted to purchase jewelry. Click within to learn how the client betrayed his lawyer.
GRAB AND RUN – ATLANTA, GA
On 3/30/19, at approximately 2:30 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and began looking at diamond rings. The subject appeared to be conversing with someone on the phone who was describing a specific type of diamond he should inquire about. The s ...
$1 million jewelry store burglary
Laguna Niguel, CA – On March 23, 2019, several subjects cut a hole in the roof of a jewelry store and removed jewelry from display cases.
Jewelry Store Burglary
Fullerton, CA – On March 18, 2019, a group of burglars entered a jewelry store’s roof, rappelled down to the ground using a rope and proceeded to steal jewelry.
DISTRACTION THEFT – ROANOKE RAPIDS, NC
On 3/11/19, at approximately 6:53 p.m., two subjects entered a retail jewelry store and said they were looking for a gift for their father. They asked to see the most expensive bracelets. The subjects showed the sales associate $5000 in cash. They then we ...
DIAMOND SWITCH – NEWARK, CA
On 3/28/19, at approximately 6:45 p.m., a subject entered a retail jewelry store and said he wanted to look at solitaire earrings. The sales associate showed him a pair of solitaire earrings and the subject stated he was going to return with his wife. He ...
GRAB AND RUN – UNION GAP, WA
On 3/26/19, at approximately 8:10 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to try on watches. Once he had one of the watches, he fled from the store. The subject was described as a 30-year-old White male. He is 5’4” and has a thin build with redd ...
Wild jewelry store shootout caught on video
Las Vegas, NV – On March 22, 2019, the featured subject, Gregory Richardson, 32, was arrested in connection to a shootout that occurred on December 29, 2018 in Las Vegas, NV.
Nigerian man wanted for killing jeweler in Thailand
Bangkok, Thailand – On March 24, 2019 a Nigerian man identified as John Odoemenam, allegedly killed a jeweler in her hotel room in Bangkok.
GUNPOINT SMASH & GRAB – NATIONAL CITY, CA
On 3/26/19, three subjects went into jewelry store and began smashing cases. The subjects smashed five display cases. One of the employees jumped over the case and unsuccessfully attempted to chase after the robbers. Â One of the subjects was armed with a ...
Atlanta Jeweler Home Invasion Shows Need for Precautions
New York, NY – On March 6, 2019, Rob Bates published an article outlining precautions jewelers should take at home.
SMASH & GRAB – OXFORD, PA
On 3/25/19, at approximately 7:50 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store. One of the men went to the Design and Service Center, while his accomplice went to the diamond bay. The first subject forced his way into the Design and Service Center and deman ...
SMASH & GRAB SUSPECT SENTENCED – UTICA, MI
On 3/13/19, 30-year-old Chanell Flemming was ordered to serve one year in jail for her role in a jewelry store smash and grab robbery. In January, Flemming pleaded guilty to larceny over $200,000; conspiracy to commit larceny and malicious destruction of ...
Video: Five arrested for $10 million burglary
Atlanta, GA – On March 22, 2019, the Atlanta and Cobb County Police Departments announced the arrests of five suspects responsible for a $10 million burglary and robbery.
MULTIPLE ARRESTS IN $10 MILLION BURGLARY – ATLANTA, GA
On 3/22/19, Atlanta police announced that they have made five arrests in connection to a home invasion and burglary which resulted in the burglars taking $10 million of jewelry. On February 16, 2019, the subjects ambushed the manager of a well-known jewel ...
GRAB AND RUN – SAN BERNARDINO, CA
On 3/20/19, at approximately 3:10 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and inquired about chains. He stated he was looking for a chain to go with the chain he was wearing. He asked to see the chain in question first. He then asked to see a cross pendan ...
UK Police Arrest Fugitive Jeweler Nirav Modi
International law enforcement fugitive arrested.
GRAB AND RUN – SAN FRANCISCO, CA
On 3/18/19, at approximately 8:20 p.m., three subjects approached a kiosk and asked to see several items. The sales associate showed the subjects one item at a time. After one of the subjects had an item in his possession, a second subject reached over an ...
GRAB AND RUN – PHOENIX, AZ
On 3/15/19, at approximately 3:40 p.m., a subject approached a kiosk and asked to see a gold chain. The sales associate opened the case and pulled the bottom board close to her body in order to retrieve the chain. The subject attempted to grab the entire ...
74-year-old jeweler uses Israeli martial art Krav Maga to thwart robber
Fort Lauderdale, FL – On March 2, 2019, at approximately 2:30 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and proceeded to walk to a restricted area in the store. The subject then attempted to remove a chain.
GRAB & RUN – GRAND PRAIRIE, TX
On 3/14/19, at approximately 8:25 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and walked throughout looking at merchandise in the cases. He asked to see stud earrings. When the associate placed the earrings on a pad, the subject grabbed them and fled from the ...
GRAB AND RUN – LITTLE ROCK, AR
On 3/13/19, at approximately 8:00 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and inquired about an engagement ring. He stated this was his first engagement and he didn’t know where to start. He eventually selected a ring he liked which was 4-carats. The subj ...
Video: Three subjects wanted for distraction theft
Jacksonville, FL – On March 8, 2019, at approximately 3:18 p.m., three subjects committed a distraction theft at a jewelry store and stole three necklaces valued at $15,000.
GRAB AND RUN – INDIANAPOLIS, IN
On 3/12/19, a subject entered a retail jewelry store and said he was shopping for a birthday gift for his father. He stated he had "tax money." He said he wanted to see bracelets. The subject looked at bracelets and pointed at the one he liked. When it wa ...
7 Charged with Selling Fake Native American Jewelry
New York, NY – On March 12, 2019, Brecken Branstrator of the National Jeweler published an article regarding the suspects who were arrested for selling fake jewelry.
SMASH & GRAB – OVERLAND PARK, KS
On 3/11/19, at approximately 7:55 p.m., three subjects entered a retail jewelry store and stated they had guns. They ordered everyone to the floor. One of the subjects ordered a sales associate to “show me where the big ones are.” The other two subjects b ...
Notorious Jewelry Thief Foiled
Meridian, MS – On March 6, 2019, 77-year-old James Bullard entered a jewelry store and attempted to conceal a $2,800 gold necklace. Bullard has eight active warrants in three states. Click within to find out how his plans were thwarted.
DISTRACTION THEFT – ORANGE PARK, FL
On 3/9/19, at approximately 5:03 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and asked to see multiple high-end gold chains and bracelets. One of the subjects pulled out a wallet flashing a large amount of cash. After viewing several pieces, one of the sub ...
Self proclaimed ‘swipe god’ & rapper arrested for credit card fraud
Detroit, MI – On March 7, 2019, federal prosecutors indicted 25-year-old Jonathan Woods. The Detroit based rapper, who raps under the name “Selfmade Kash,” bragged about committing credit card fraud on Instagram.
GRAB AND RUN – LAS VEGAS, NV
On 3/2/19, at approximately 9:15 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store to see a rose gold ring he saw in the display case. The subject gave the ring back to the sales associate to then look at gold chains. Once he was done looking at chains, the subject ...
Burglars charged with corrupt activity
Miami County, FL- On March 6, 2019, 41-year-old Kenneth Evans and 36-year-old Marcus Gates were arraigned on first-degree felony engaging in a pattern of corrupt activity. The suspects are alleged to have committed a $150,000 burglary of a jewelry store by entering through the roof.
DISTRACTION THEFT – STROUDSBURG, PA
On 2/24/19, at approximately 5:09 p.m., three subjects, described as Middle Eastern, entered a retail jewelry store. They consisted of a woman in her 50âs, a woman in her mid-20âs and a male in his late 40âs. The subjects used hand gestures to commu ...
Two robbers killed inside jewelry store
Couva, Trinidad & Tobago – On March 6, 2019, at approximately 5:00 a.m., two subjects robbed a jewelry store. After the owners were informed of the robbery, they called the police.
GRAB AND RUN – ZANESVILLE, OH
On 3/5/19, at approximately 4:05 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and said he was waiting for his girlfriend to get off work and meet up with him. The subject asked to look at thin bracelets. He found one he liked but said he had to wait for his gi ...
JSA Offers up to $10,000 Reward for Information on Home Invasion Robbery and Burglary
Atlanta, GA – March 5, 2019 – On February 16, 2019, masked armed robbers forced their way into the home of a jewelry store manager, tied up the manager and his wife, and threatened to kill them
Extradited for jewelry theft
This suspect was arrested for her role in a distraction theft.
GRAB AND RUN N- MUSKOGEE, OK
On 3/3/19, at approximately 5:55 p.m., a male and female subject entered a jewelry store and inquired about rings. The subjects were shown several rings before asking to see a piece in question. The sales associate handed one of the subjects the set. The ...
SMASH & GRAB – SAN ANTONIO, TX
On 3/1/19, at approximately 6:50 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and went to a display case containing gold chains and earrings. The subject then took his gun and used it to break the case open. Once the case was opened, the subject grabbed severa ...
Jewelry Store Owner Patrick Murphy Killed; Suspect Arrested
On the date listed above, Patrick Murphy was found dead in what police are investigating as a homicide. Murphy's body was found in a first-floor room of the Empress Hotel in New Orleans, LA. Hotel staff discovered Murphy unresponsive and lying in bed. T ...
GRAB & RUN – ITHACA, NY
On 2/28/19, at approximately 8:00 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and asked to look at gold chains and a cross pendant. He was shopping for himself. During the presentation, the subject grabbed the chain from the counter and fled from the sto ...
Video: Thief cased store and then returned to steal jewelry
Arvada, CO – On January 22, 2019, a woman cased a jewelry store and then returned an hour before closing to commit a theft.
ARMED ROBBERY – GLENDALE, AZ
On 2/27/19, at approximately 12:17 p.m., four subjects entered a jewelry store and committed a smash & grab robbery. The first suspect entered the store with a handgun and immediately proceeded to cases where the associate was standing. The associate remo ...
Five suspects arrested after smash & grab
Houston, TX – On February 25, 2019, at approximately 12:30 p.m., four subjects entered a jewelry store. They smashed display cases with sledgehammers and then stole thousands of dollars worth of jewelry.
GRAB AND RUN – BILOXI, MS
On 2/26/19, at approximately 7:00 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and expressed interest in seeing bridal rings. The subject claimed to have $10,000 to spend on the ring. Two sales associates assisted him. Once the subject gained possession o ...
SMASH & GRAB – HOUSTON, TX
On 2/25/19, at approximately 12:45 p.m., four subjects entered a jewelry store wearing hoodies cinched around their necks. They used hammers to break five display cases. They stole numerous diamond rings and placed them in a backpack. The subjects were de ...
GRAB AND RUN – ROSEVILLE, MN
On 2/23/19, at approximately 8:45 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and looked at multiple pieces of jewelry for several minutes. The subject made multiple phone calls while looking at the earrings in question. He wanted to get “input” on the earrin ...
GRAB AND RUN – NASHVILLE, TN
On 1/21/19, at approximately 1:15 p.m., two male subjects approached a jewelry kiosk inside of a mall. The subjects looked at gold chains and charms. The younger male selected a chain with a crucifix pendant as the item he’d like to try on. Both subjects ...
SMASH & GRAB – MUNCIE, IN
On 2/20/19, at approximately 8:50 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and yelled for everyone to get down on the floor. The sales associate and guest in the store complied with the demands of the subjects. One of the subjects pulled out a hammer an ...
SMASH & GRAB – HOOVER, AL
On 2/16/19, at approximately 6:58 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and immediately smashed the glass in the first showcase next to the door. At that point, two additional subjects entered the store. One of the subjects entered the service cent ...
Jewelry Store Manager & Wife Tied Up in Home Invasion
Atlanta, GA – On February 16, 2019. at approximately 9:30 p.m., two armed and masked subjects followed a jewelry store manager to his home. They forced him and his wife inside. The subjects then demanded the manager to concede keys and codes to the jewelry store. The manager and his wife were tied up.
Brazen smash & grab in department store
Taylor, MI – On February 10, 2019, at approximately 6:30 p.m., two men entered a department store and proceeded to use sledgehammers to break a jewelry display case. They took jewelry and then fled from the store.
Comedian subdues jewelry thief
New York, NY – On February 12, 2019, comedian Russell Peters, was inside of a jewelry store in New York City’s Diamond District. As Peters conversed with an associate, a would-be thief attempted to flee from the store.
DISTRACTION THEFT – OVERLAND PARK, KS
On 2/11/19, at approximately 2:25 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and inquired about rings. The sales associate presented the subject with several options. As the subject was holding the ring, the associate handed off the presentation to one of he ...
SMASH & GRAB – TAYLOR, MI
On 2/10/19, at approximately 6:30 p.m., two subjects entered a department store and approached a jewelry counter. At that point, the subjects shattered the glass with a hammer. They took jewelry and then fled from the store. Both subjects were described a ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – ANNAPOLIS, MD
On 2/10/19, at approximately 3:50 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and looked at bridal sets. Several rings were presented from an unlocked case. During the presentation, one of the subjects reached over the counter to view a ring in the light. ...
ARMED ROBBERY – SPRINGFIELD, OH
On 2/6/19, at approximately 8:55 p.m., four subjects entered a jewelry store. Two of them brandished handguns, while the other two had a sales associate unlock five cases. The subjects stole merchandise from those cases. One of the subjects also took a se ...
GRAB AND RUN – LEWISVILLE, TX
On 2/10/19, at approximately 7:42 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and requested to see two gold chains. During the presentation, the subject gained access to two chains. He then fled from the store. The subject was described as a Black male with a ...
SMASH & GRAB – CHATTANOOGA, TN
On 2/6/19, at approximately 7:06 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store with hammers. They immediately began smashing the front five showcases. They then removed merchandise from the cases. A third subject then entered the store with a bag. He demande ...
Fugitive wanted for breaking and entering into jewelry stores
This subject committed two burglaries and then skipped his court appearance.
ARMED ROBBERY – REDLANDS, CA
On 2/2/19, at approximately 5:20 p.m., four subjects entered a jewelry store armed with pepper spray. Upon entry, they began smashing two display cases containing watches and colored stone jewelry. The subjects then fled from the store. The subjects were ...
GRAB AND RUN – CHULA VISTA, CA
On 2/1/19, at approximately 4:00 p.m., a subject returned to a jewelry store after he visited the previous day. On his first visit, he inquired about bridal and trio sets. When a sales associate asked him for identification, the subject said he’d be back ...
SNEAK THEFT – ORLANDO, FL
On 1/31/19, at approximately 8:40 p.m., a subject entered a retail jewelry store and spent approximately 35 minutes in the store. When sales associates approached him to offer assistance, he claimed he was waiting for his mother. He leaned against a showc ...
Video: 77-year-old jewelry thief James Bullard has 8 warrants
Gardendale, AL – As recently as January 30, 2019, James Bullard, 77, committed a sneak theft at a jewelry store in Gardendale, AL. Click within to see how he committed the crime.
Video: Former employee stole jewelry, then pawned it to afford heroin addiction
Silver Springs, MD – February 1, 2019 – Last week Montgomery County Police arrested 34-year-old Daniela Vladavsky. She is accused of pawning over 90 pieces of jewelry.
GRAB AND RUN – WILMINGTON, NC
On 1/31/19, at approximately 1:01 p.m., two subjects committed a distraction theft and stole jewelry from a jewelry spinner inside of a jewelry store. Both subjects were described as Black males. The first subject is 6’ tall and has a slight build with dr ...
GRAB AND RUN – CHAMBERSBURG, PA
On 1/28/19, at approximately 2:00 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and asked to look at gold chains. He stated he wanted to buy chains for his girlfriend and brother. The subject selected two chains. As the sales associate was holding both cha ...
$1 Million Burglary
Queens, NY – Sometime overnight on January 24, 2019, a burglar cut a hole through a jewelry store’s roof and proceeded to spend five hours inside the store before removing 90% of the merchandise inside.
GUNPOINT SMASH & GRAB – COLORADO SPRINGS, CO
On 1/29/19, just before 10:30 a.m., four subjects entered a jewelry store. One of the subjects was armed with a gun and fired a shot into the ceiling of the store. The subjects proceeded to smash display cases. They then took multiple items and then fled. ...
Jewelry store employee assaulted in smash & grab
Los Angeles, CA – On January 18, 2019, three men and a woman committed a smash and grab at a jewelry store. The subjects also assaulted an employee with pepper spray. Watch the videos below to learn more.
SMASH AND GRAB – MERRILLVILLE, IN
On 1/25/19, at approximately 7:51 p.m., three subjects entered a jewelry store. Two of the subjects brandished hammers. They then began smashing five diamond showcases. Two guests were in the store along with six associates and four jewelers. One of the ...
SMASH & GRAB – COLORADO SPRINGS, CO
On 1/25/19, at approximately 3:50 p.m., four subjects entered a jewelry store. Two of the subjects brandished guns and ordered sales associate to get on the floor. The subjects revealed hammers and then began to smash numerous display cases. The subjects ...
GUNPOINT SMASH & GRAB – CERRITOS, CA
On 1/21/19, at approximately 5:20 p.m., seven subjects entered a jewelry store. One of the subjects brandished a firearm. The subjects then ordered sales associates to the floor and began smashing display cases. The subjects took 137 pieces of merchandise ...
SMASH & GRAB – SAN BERNARDINO, CA
On 1/20/19, at approximately 6:10 p.m., three subjects armed with pepper spray entered a jewelry store and began smashing two of the gold showcases. The subjects took approximately 17 pieces out of the case and fled from the store. If you have any informa ...
Fake UPS driver sentenced to 10 years!
This suspect was convicted for impersonating a UPS driver.
SMASH & GRAB –ATLANTA, GA
On 1/17/19, at approximately 7:14 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and immediately yelled: âget down!â One of the subjects then said, âdonât push any button!â Two additional males then entered the store. The four subjects approached tw ...
SMASH & GRAB – FORT WAYNE, IN
On 1/15/19, at approximately 6:44 p.m., a male subject entered a retail jewelry store and ordered the two sales associates to get on the floor. The sales associates complied with his instructions. The subject brandished a hammer and proceeded to smash one ...
EMPLOYEE MISCONDUCT – OSAGE BEACH, MO
On 1/10/19, the Osage Beach Police Department, received a call from a jewelry store, alerting them to an employee who had allegedly stolen cash and jewelry amounting to $13,794.62. The employee, identified as Regina M. Pryor, 35, has been charged with fel ...
DIAMOND SWITCH – LOUISVILLE, KY
On 1/11/19, at approximately 1:30 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and began looking at diamond earrings. The subjects were shown multiple pairs. They then selected a pair and paid for it with cash. Before making the purchase, the subjects place ...
Jeweler charged after selling fake jewelry
This jeweler swindled customers out of $150,000.
Video: Teens apprehended after smash and grab robbery
Commerce Township, MI – On January 8, 2019, two suspects entered a store that sells jewelry and proceeded to smash display cases with a hatchet and a sledgehammer.
SMASH & GRAB ROBBERY – SAN DIEGO, CA
On 1/12/19, at approximately 8:27 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and pointed guns at employees. They demanded them to get on their knees and place their hands up. The subjects then used hammers to smash open two display cases. They removed the ...
SMASH & GRAB SUSPECTS ARRESTED – COMMERCE TWP, MI
On 1/7/19, at approximately 7:00 p.m., two suspects committed a smash and grab robbery. The suspects were armed with an ax and a sledgehammer. They entered the store, broke display cases and then removed jewelry. The suspects then fled in a stolen car. Po ...
GRAB AND RUN – HOUSTON, TX
On 1/5/19, at approximately 12:57 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and stated that he had been looking around and that he was ready to pick out A ring. The sales associate presented the subject with a few styles when the subject said, “let’s pick o ...
GRAB AND RUN – CHICAGO, IL
On 1/7/19, at approximately 6:40 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and inquired about bridal rings. The subject was shown multiple bridal pieces. The subject then returned a six-prong ring, which was different than the one the sales associate presen ...
GRAB AND RUN – BOYNTON BEACH, FL
On 1/4/19, at approximately 7:40 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see watches. He was given a watch and placed it on his wrist. The subject stated he wanted to buy the watch for his brother. The subject started to shake and began to sw ...
GRAB AND RUN – LAS VEGAS, NV
On 1/1/19, at approximately 1:00 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store, sat down and asked to look at diamond rings. The sales associate put the requested ring on her finger to present to the subject. Once the ring was in the possession of the subject ...
GRAB & RUN – SAN ANTONIO, TX
On 1/1/19, at approximately 5:50 p.m. a male subject entered a jewelry store and asked to look at men’s bracelets. The sales associate handed the subject a bracelet. The subject then asked to see another bracelet to compare them. The associate handed the ...
Shootout Results in Killing!
Las Vegas, NV – On December 29, 2018, two subjects committed a gunpoint robbery of a jewelry store. As the gunmen attempted to tie-up employees and customers, an employee emerged from a back room and opened fire.
GRAB AND RUN – EUREKA, CA
On 12/27/18, at approximately 6:30 p.m., a male and female subject entered a jewelry store. The male subject asked to see gold chains. He stated he wanted to get a chain for his girlfriend as a late Christmas gift. After looking at a few he decided on one ...
Burglars strike on Christmas Day!
Orlando, FL – On December 25, 2018, several subjects broke into a jewelry store early Christmas morning.
Arrested for Burglary
Troy, NY – On December 20, 2018. at approximately 11:25 p.m., police from the Troy Police Department responded to a burglar alarm at a jewelry store.
SMASH & GRAB – AURORA, IL
On 12/21/18, at approximately 7:49 p.m., three subjects entered a jewelry store. Two subjects went directly to showcases containing loose diamonds while the third subject remained at the door as a lookout. The two subjects at the display case removed hamm ...
LAS VEGAS MAN CONVICTED OF TWO ROBBERIES – LAS VEGAS, NV
On 12/19/18, 34-year-old Brian Wright was found guilty of two counts of conspiracy to interfere with commerce by robbery as well as two counts of brandishing a firearm during and in relation to a crime of violence. Wright was convicted for his role in t ...
3 TEENS ACCUSED OF BEATING AND ROBBING JEWELER – BOSTON, MI
On 12/17/18, at approximately 10:05 a.m., a jewelry store owner was robbed by three teenagers. Two 14-year-old girls and a 15-year-old boy took park in the attack. The group assembled at the doorway of a jewelry store. They then rang the bell multiple ti ...
GUNPOINT ROBBERS INDICTED – RALEIGH, NC
On 12/19/18, the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of North Carolina announced that five men had been indicted by a federal grand jury. The indicted suspects include 53-year-old Charles Anthony Walker jr., Joey Wayne Chambers, 23; Byron Jacobee Spark ...
ROBBERY – VANCOUVER, WA
On 12/17/18, at approximately 7:30 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and asked to look at bridal sets. The first subject asked a sales associate to put the ring on a stick. After examining the ring, the subject asked to see a second ring to compa ...
MULTIPLE SMASH & GRABS ON SAME DAY – MI
On 12/15/18, three stores in Michigan were targeted in smash and grab robberies. One robbery occurred in Auburn Hills, one occurred in Grandville and one occurred in Taylor. A fourth store was also cased in Auburn Hills, MI. If anyone has information rega ...
Video: Robbers commit brazen smash & grab
Houston, TX – On December 5, 2018, at 6:55 p.m., six subjects entered a store that sells jewelry. Two subjects were armed with handguns and forced an employee to the ground. Watch the video within to see the robbery.
Robbery Suspect Arrested
Yuma, AZ – On December 14, 2018, Yuma Police arrested 29-year-old Phillip Martin. He is accused of stealing over $4,000 from a jewelry store after he pushed an employee. The employee was not harmed.
GRAB AND RUN – PROVIDENCE, RI
On 12/14/18, at approximately 1:00 p.m., a male subject approached a kiosk and requested to look at gold chains. The subject had visited the kiosk several times. He requested to see the 30” rope chain. The sales associate felt uncomfortable with the subje ...
SMASH & GRAB – BRADENTON, FL
On 12/11/18, at approximately 10:40 a.m., two men wearing hoodies entered a jewelry store. The subjects revealed a hammer and proceeded to smash glass display cases. They took jewelry and then fled from the store. Both subjects were described as Black mal ...
Employee shoots teen subject in head after grab & run
Stuart, FL – On December 13, 2018, at approximately 10:00 a.m., a 16-year-old subject entered into a jewelry store. He tried on jewelry and then fled from the store. A store employee working outside witnessed the theft and attempted to intervene. At that point, a struggle ensued.
Video: Subjects flee from police in high-speed chase through field
Saginaw Township, MI – December 10, 2018 – Assistant Saginaw County Prosecutor, Joseph Albosta, provided footage of three men, and one juvenile, who led police on a high-speed chase after they committed a smash and grab robbery.
Multi-State Jewelry Thieves Arrested
Knoxville, TN – On December 10, 2018, three subjects were arrested for their involvement in a string of grab and run thefts. Watch the video within to learn more information.
SMASH & GRAB – TROY, MI
On 12/10/18, at approximately 8:30 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and used pepper spray to incapacitate the storeâs security guard. The subject then used a hammer to breach a glass display case. He took jewelry and then fled from the store. App ...
GRAB AND RUN – COMMERCE, CA
On 12/9/18, at approximately 12:20 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store shortly after opening. The subject stated he was interested in a Christmas gift for his fiancé. He began looking at diamond earrings and asked to see a 2-carat diamond earring ...
SNEAK THEFT – LAGRANGE, GEORGIA
On 12/7/18, at approximately 1:30 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and examined chains and bracelets. After viewing several items, the subject asked to see several bracelets for comparison. After several items were removed from the showcase, t ...
SMASH & GRAB – CLINTON TOWNSHIP, MI
On 12/6/18, at approximately 8:40 p.m., three subjects entered a jewelry store and went directly to bridal display cases. One of the subjects removed a hammer and then proceeded to smash a display case. The other subjects removed the display glass and the ...
Video: Fourth suspect charged in murder-for-hire plot of Austin jeweler
Fort Worth, TX – On December 6, 2018, police in Fort Worth, TX arrested 21-year-old, Arieon Oneal Smith. Smith faces a capital murder charge for his involvement in a murder-for-hire plot of jeweler Ted Shaughnessy.
GUNPOINT SMASH AND GRAB ROBBERY – SAN DIEGO, CA
On 12/5/18, at approximately 7:12 p.m., two gunmen carrying crowbars entered a jewelry store. The subjects used crowbars to smash one of the display cases. They then escaped with jewelry. The subjects were both described as black males in their 20’s. Each ...
Jeweler and Mafia Godfather Settimo Mineo Arrested!
He is known as the “Capo dei capi” or boss of all bosses.
GRAB AND RUN – WICHITA, KS
On 12/3/18, at approximately 5:20 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and inquired about women’s bracelets. He was presented with a diamond bracelet. He then stated he wanted to look at men’s watches. The sales associate showed him a men’s black dial ...
GUNPOINT ROBBERY – TARBORO, NC
On 11/26/18, just before 5:00 p.m., an 84-year-old jeweler was assaulted and received two black eyes after being the victim of a robbery. The jeweler has been in business for more than 60 years. The gunman ordered him to lay on the floor. Once the subject ...
Burglar Drives Car Through Store
Durham, NC – On December 1, 2018, at approximately 5:30 a.m., a subject drove a pick-up truck through the front entrance of a jewelry store.
GANG MEMBER SENTENCED TO 15 YEARS – SALINAS, CA
On 11/27/18, law enforcement authorities announced that 31-year-old Anthony Lek, a gang member linked to the Norteno affiliated Santa Rita street gang was sentenced to 15 years in prison. Earlier this year, Lek pleaded guilty to charges of racketeering co ...
Employee recovers stolen ring!
Washington, DC – On November 26, 2018, shortly after a jewelry store closed, two men entered the store and said they needed a gift.
Lev Leviev’s Bookkeeper mysteriously dies
Ramat Gan, Israel – On November 11, 2018, Mazal Hadadi, a bookkeeper for one of Lev Leviev’s companies allegedly jumped to her death from the tenth floor of a bathroom window in Leviev’s office building.
SWITCH THEFT – SAN BRUNO, CA
On 11/20/18, at approximately 8:15 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see men’s gold necklaces. After trying on one of the bracelets and returning it, the sales associate immediately noticed the chain the subject returned was fake. The a ...
SMASH AND GRAB – ERIE, PA
On 11/19/18, at approximately 9:51 p.m., two masked subjects entered a jewelry store and yelled for everyone to get on the ground. The subjects then went directly to the loose diamond showcase. They smashed two cases using a yellow hammer. They then remov ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – CHATTANOOGA, TN
On 11/18/18, at approximately 5:30 p.m., a sales associate assisted a male and female subject at a jewelry store’s bridal case. During the presentation, a second couple, consisting of a male and female, approached the side of the bridal case. The first co ...
GRAB AND RUN – HOUSTON, TX
On 11/13/18, at approximately 12:00 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see a 2 ct. round certified diamond. Once the diamond was in his hand, the subject fled from the store. The subject was described as a Black male in his 20’s. He is 5 ...
10 Tips to Keep Your Jewelry Store Safe During the Holidays
New York, NY – On November 5, 2018, the Jewelers’ Security Alliance issued the “10 Tips to Keep Your Jewelry Store Safe During the Holidays.”
GRAB AND RUN – BIRMINGHAM, AL
On 11/9/18, at approximately 10:45 a.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and stated he wanted to look at engagement rings. He was shown several rings from a display case. Once he gained possession of the first ring, he asked to see another ring to ...
Shots fired during smash & grab robbery
Dallas, TX – On November 9, 2018, at approximately 2:20 p.m., four subjects attempted to commit a smash and grab robbery of a jewelry store.
GUNPOINT ROBBERY – CLEVELAND, OH
 On 11/10/18, at approximately 10:16 a.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see watches. The subject then exited the store and returned five minutes later carrying a plastic bag. He approached the sales associates and told them he want ...
Video: Nine Distraction Thieves Steal From Safe
Aurora, CO – On October 24, 2018, at approximately 5:23 p.m., nine subjects entered a jewelry store and stole $35,000 in jewelry from the store’s safe.
GUNPOINT ROBBERY – TANNERSVILLE, PA
On 11/2/18, at approximately 10:30 a.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store wearing a realistic mask. He disguised himself to appear as a Hispanic male. He also wore sunglasses, gloves and a hat. The subject asked to see high-end watches. Before the s ...
SMASH & GRAB SUBJECT ARRESTED – BUFFALO, NY
On 11/6/18, the U.S. Attorneyâs Office in the Western District of New York announced that 23-year-old Davonta Hill of Detroit, MI has been charged with Hobbs Act robbery and conspiracy to commit Hobbs Act robbery. Hill and three accomplices are accuse ...
‘King of Diamonds’ is Central Subject in Smuggling Scheme
Billionaire Lev Leviev has been implicated in a massive diamond smuggling scheme.
GRAB AND RUN – EL PASO, TX
On 11/4/18, at approximately 5:40 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see engagement rings. He was shown several pieces. The subject specifically asked to see the 1 3/8 ct. round engagement ring set. The sales associate handed him the set ...
GRAB AND RUN – GLENDALE, AZ
On 10/29/18, at approximately 1:20 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see what a certain gold chain would look like with a crucifix charm. The sales associate put the charm on the chain. As the associate was about to put the chain around ...
TWO DIAMOND DEALERS CONVICTED FOR $12 MILLION FRAUD – NEW YORK, NY
On 10/24/18, diamond dealers - Sholom Muratov and Menachem Abramov were convicted of conspiring to defraud diamond sellers in Mumbai, India out of more than $12 million. The group specialized in âbust outs,â which is a type of scam that involves a con ...
How A Minor-League Baseball Player Became A Robbery Crew’s Ringleader
Los Angeles, CA – On October 31, 2018, Amy Wallace of GQ Magazine published an article recounting how law enforcement dismantled a notorious robbery crew. Darrel Dent, 41, was among the top high school baseball prospects in the nation, learn how his nefarious actions contributed to his own demise.
GRAB AND RUN – VINELAND, NJ
On 10/30/18, at approximately 3:00 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to look at gold chains. As soon as the subject had the 24” gold chain on his neck, he turned and fled from the store. The subject was last seen wearing blue jeans and a t ...
Wanted for Grab & Run Theft
On the date listed above, at approximately 2:45 p.m., the subject featured below entered a jewelry store and grabbed a tray of a dozen tennis bracelets from a sales associates hands. The value of the stolen jewelry is $80,000. The subject has been identi ...
GRAB AND RUN – ELYRIA, OH
On 10/31/18, at approximately 10:35 a.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and stated he was looking for earrings for his wife’s 53rd birthday. The subject said he wanted to see single diamond earrings that were princess cut. The associate pulled a pair ...
International Burglars Arrested
This subject and his crew stole more than $10 million in jewelry.
GRAB AND RUN – ALLEN, TX
On 10/30/18, at approximately 11:55 a.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and spent approximately five minutes looking at merchandise. The subject requested to look at men’s bands. During the sales presentation, the subject gained possession of a men’s ...
82-year-old woman knocked down during robbery
Melbourne, Australia – On October 17, 2018, at approximately 2:30 p.m., a man wearing a vest jumped over a jewelry store’s counter and smashed the display cabinet. He escaped with more than $100,000 in jewelry.
Four Members of International Burglary Team Arrested!
Manhattan, NY – On October 24, 2018, leadership of the United States Attorney’s Office of the Southern District of New York, the New York Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and the New York City Police Department (NYPD), announced that four individuals were charged for their involvement in a series of sophisticated burglaries that spanned both sides of the Atlantic.
SMASH AND GRAB – BIRMINGHAM, MI
On 10/27/18, at approximately 10:00 a.m., four men entered a jewelry store. The subjects revealed sledgehammers and began smashing into display cases containing high-end items. The subjects hit the display cases more than 16 times before they gave up and ...
SMASH & GRAB – SAN MATEO, CA
On 10/20/18, at approximately 4:30 p.m., two armed men robbed a jewelry store in less than one minute. They both wore masks, gloves, and hoodies. Upon entering the store, one of the subjects pointed a gun at employees and about 15 customers. Another subje ...
Thieves Arrested After Stealing $81,000 Diamond
Dubai – On October 22, 2018, two subjects stole a diamond worth DH(300,000) approximately $81,673 USD from a jeweler in Dubai.
SMASH AND GRAB – SAGINAW TWP, MI
On 10/22/18, at approximately 3:30 p.m., three male subjects entered a jewelry store. The subjects inquired about where the diamond rings were located. As the clerk showed them the rings, one of the subjects brandished a hammer and began smashing the disp ...
SMASH & GRAB – NEWNAN, GA
On 10/19/18, at approximately 8:50 p.m., three male subjects entered a jewelry store. Two of the males went to diamond showcases. The subjects removed hammers and began smashing into the showcases. The third subject acted as a lookout. The subjects took j ...
Thief steals $3,000 worth of jewelry
Tampa, FL – On October 20, 2018, at approximately noon, a subject used a tool to loosen the corners of a glass display case. He then reached inside the case and removed merchandise.
DISTRACTION THEFT – DUBOIS, PA
On 10/13/18, at approximately 7:27 p.m., a male and female couple entered a jewelry store and inquired about gold chains. The subjects spoke broken English and were hard to understand. The female subject removed a large wad of cash from her pocket and hel ...
Video: Man arrested after selling fake chains to jewelers
Mt. Juliet, TN – On October 17, 2018 57-year-old Bennie Cooksey sold a thick gold chain to a jewelry store. The next day, he returned to the same store and attempted to sell more items. Watch the video within to see how he was arrested.
MAN GETS 32 YEAR SENTENCE FOR 1988 MURDER OF JEWELER – PASADENA, CA
On 10/11/18, 56-year-old Albert Clark of Los Angeles, CA was sentenced to 32 years to life in prison. Clark was convicted of shooting a jewelry salesman at a gas station in Pasadena, CA. During the course of the trial, the evidence demonstrated that Clark ...
Video: Burglars ransack jewelry store
Folsom, CA – On October 16, 2018, at approximately 3:00 a.m., a team of burglars threw a rock through a jewelry store’s door. Watch the video to learn more about what was stolen.
GRAB AND RUN – TEMPE, AZ
On 10/13/18, at approximately 8:45 p.m., two subjects approached a kiosk and asked a sales associate to show them diamond earrings. One of the subjects put the earrings to his ear and the other grabbed the earrings once they were on the pad. Both subjects ...
ATTEMPTED SMASH AND GRAB – KENNESAW, GA
On 10/14/18, at approximately 5:27 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and went directly to a showcase containing high-end watches. One subject removed a hammer while his accomplice removed an ax. The subjects then began to smash the glass, however ...
SMASH AND GRAB – LANSING, MI
On 10/12/18, at approximately 2:10 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and examined bridal showcases. A sales associate conversed with him about credit options. The subject said he needed to get his ID and his girlfriend. He then left the store. A few ...
ARMED ROBBERY – GARNER, NC
On 10/11/18, at approximately 4:01 p.m., two subjects wearing orange construction vests entered a jewelry store. The subjects brandished semi-automatic handguns. They ordered two sales associates to remove merchandise and place them into two brown pillow ...
GRAB AND RUN – SAN DIEGO, CA
On 10/9/18, at approximately 6:15 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see bridal sets. Once he decided on the set he wanted, he asked if he could take a picture of it. A sales associate handed the subject the set. Once the set was in ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – SIOUX FALLS, SD
On 10/8/18, at approximately 4:00 p.m., a male and female subject approached a kiosk and looked at gold chains. The female mentioned that it was her birthday tomorrow and the male subject flashed a large amount of cash. The male asked for the entire tray ...
ARLINGTON, TX – GRAB AND RUN
On 10/1/18, at approximately 7:30 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and went to the bridal showcase. He was approached by a sales associate and asked if he needed assistance. The subject said he was looking for a diamond ring and pointed to a r ...
72-YEAR-OLD JEWELER KIDNAPPED – NILES, IL
On 9/30/18, three masked men wielding baseball bats, approached a jeweler after he parked his car near his apartment. One of the subjects struck the jeweler in the head. They then threw him into a van. According to police, the attack was not random. The j ...
GRAB AND RUN – OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
On 9/29/18, at approximately 8:15 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and inquired about a 4 ct. solitaire ring. The subject examined the ring, returned it to the sales associate and said they would be back later on. The subjects returned and asked ...
Wanted for Distraction Theft
This subject and his accomplice committed a distraction theft.
GLASS LIFT SUBJECTS ARRESTED! – GRAND RAPIDS, MI
On 9/26/18, at approximately 5:22 p.m., two male subjects entered a jewelry store and inquired about solitaire diamonds. The sales associate began conversing with the men and other associates became suspicious of the subject. Multiple associates then join ...
GRAB AND RUN – COLUMBIA, MD
On 9/25/18, at approximately 1:00 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and inquired about rings. He also filled out paperwork for the leasing program. The subject proceeded to hand over his identification. After his credit approval was denied, he grabb ...
SMASH & GRAB – INDIANAPOLIS, IN
On 9/24/18, at approximately 8:21 p.m., three subjects entered a jewelry store and told employees to âget down.â One of the subjects brandished a hammer and proceeded to smash into nine glass display cases. The subjects were able to breach most of th ...
GRAB AND RUN – ABILENE, TX
On 9/20/18, at approximately 8:05 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and inquired about a men’s watch and diamond ring set. The sales associate took the subject to the watch case. The subject tried on a watch and then said, “now let’s look for the ri ...
Subjects fire shots in brazen gunpoint robbery
New York, NY – On September 18, 2018 at approximately 2:15 p.m. four subjects were involved in a gunpoint robbery of a jewelry store.
Diamond Fraud Scammers Arrested!
Knox County, TN – On September 19, 2018, four subjects were arrested for their involvement in a $150,000 diamond shipping scheme.
GRAB AND RUN – FLAGSTAFF, AZ
On 9/19/18, at approximately 11:30 a.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see watches. At one point, the subject asked to compare watches. The sales associate let the subject see two watches for comparison. The subject then asked to see a th ...
DIAMOND SHIPPING SCAM – KNOX COUNTY, TN
On 9/19/18, four subjects were arrested by the Knox County Sheriff’s Office in connection with a fraud against a jewelry firm. A local retail jeweler spoke to an off-duty police officer who worked in his store. The jeweler described a call he received fro ...
Thief steals $13,000 worth of jewelry from a vending machine
Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY – On September 20, 2018, a thief stole jewelry from an outdoor vending machine. Click within to find out how he committed the crime.
ROBBERS FIRE SHOT THROUGH DOOR – NEW YORK, NY
On 9/18/18, shortly after 2:00 p.m., two subjects held a jewelry store door open for a woman and then followed her inside. The men then pulled a gun on employees. One of the subjects guarded the door, while the other jumped over the counter and removed it ...
GRAB AND RUN – TOPEKA, KS
On 9/15/18, at approximately 8:40 p.m., a male and female couple entered a jewelry store and inquired about earrings. As the female subject examined a pair of earrings, she then asked to see a pair of round diamond studs. As the items were being exchanged ...
GRAB AND RUN – KENT, WA
On 9/13/18, at approximately 8:36 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and inquired about purchasing a gift for his girlfriend. He looked at several items for approximately 40 minutes. He decided on a yellow gold pendant and ring. As the sales ass ...
GRAB & RUN – OLYMPIA, WA
On 9/12/18, at approximately 2:20 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and inquired about gold chains. The sales associate presented him with a 22-inch gold curb link chain. Once the subject had it in his hand, he fled from the store. He ran into one o ...
GRAB AND RUN – ONTARIO, CA
On 9/12/18, at approximately 8:20 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and inquired about a high-end watch. The sales associate stated that they did not have any at that time. The subject then asked to see what was available. The associate attempted to ...
3 ARRESTED AFTER HIGH-SPEED PURSUIT – BEAVERCREEK, OH
On 9/12/18, at approximately 10:50 a.m., two male subjects wearing respirator masks entered a jewelry store. One of the subjects brandished a sledgehammer. The subjects ordered employees to get on the ground. They then went directly to the loose diamond s ...
DIAMOND SWITCH DUO – CHERRY HILL, NJ
On 9/10/18, two subjects visited a jewelry store and stated they were interested in viewing diamonds. The sales associate presented multiple diamonds for the subjects to view. After the first subject was given a diamond, he dropped it on the floor and att ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – KNOXVILLE, TN
On 9/8/18, at approximately 1:30 p.m., three subjects entered a jewelry store together and then separated. The subjects displayed large amounts of cash in their hands and on the counter as they were looking at merchandise. The male subject decided to purc ...
15 Colombian Nationals Arrested for Robbing Traveling Salesmen
New York, NY – On September 7, 2018, National Jeweler published an article about the 15 people who were arrested for their involvement in robbing traveling salesmen.
Wanted for theft from safe!
This subject and his accomplices are wanted for a distraction theft.
SMASH AND GRAB – PIKESVILLE, MD
SMASH AND GRAB â" PIKESVILLE, MD â" On 9/4/18, at approximately 1:00 p.m., multiple subjects committed robbery at a high-end jewelry store. The subjects smashed display cases. They then took merchandise fled from the store. If you have any information ...
SMASH & GRAB – BROOKFIELD, WI
On 9/2/18, at approximately 4:03 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store with hammers and went directly to the showcases with loose diamonds. They then began smashing into the showcases. The subjects grabbed several loose diamonds, placed them into the ...
SMASH AND GRAB – PORTAGE, MI
On 8/30/18, at approximately 8:30 p.m., three subjects entered a jewelry store and ordered the associates to get on the floor. The subjects wore hoodies. One of the subjects stayed at the front entrance, while the other two subjects went directly to the c ...
ARMED ROBBERY – SOMMERVILLE, MA
On 8/30/18, at approximately 2:25 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and approached an associate at the watch showcase. He handed the associate a shopping bag and ordered the associate to fill the bag with watches. The subject lifted his shirt t ...
GRAB AND RUN – ST. LOUIS, MO
On 8/29/18, at approximately 4:30 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and inquired about rings. He seemed very knowledgeable regarding the storeâs operation. He asked questions about layaways and financing options. The subject was presented with a 3 ...
Robbers Commit Home Invasion; Learn How to Mitigate Your Risk
New York, NY – On August 29, 2018, JCK Online published the Jewelers’ Security Alliances 10-point plan for jewelers to mitigate their risk of a home-invasion robbery. Click within to learn the best ways to prevent a home-invasion robbery.
GRAB AND RUN – EL CAJON, CA
On 8/28/18, at approximately 6:45 p.m., two subjects approached a kiosk and one subject asked to see gold chains. The subjects discussed the quality of chains and asked if they could get better quality items from their local jeweler. The subjects left the ...
JEWELER HOME INVASION – RIVERSIDE, CA
On 8/19/18, at approximately 2:00 a.m., three male subjects with guns cut a screen and then broke through a window of a jewelerâs home. Â The men awakened the jeweler and pointed guns at his head. They tied him up and demanded he give them keys, alarm c ...
High-end Jeweler Sentenced in $3.5 Million Fraud Scheme
This jeweler perpetrated a $3.5 million investment fraud scheme.
SMASH AND GRAB – VIRGINIA BEACH, VA
On 8/25/18, at approximately 2:04 p.m., a subject entered a retail jewelry store and inquired about an engagement ring. He stated his price range was $3000. The subject and an associate discussed credit. The associate took the subject to a display case w ...
GRAB AND RUN – HUMBLE, TX
On 8/22/18, at approximately 1:45 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see an engagement ring for his girlfriend. The subject said he had a $3,000 budget and he wanted the ring to be big and flashy. He asked to try it on and said his finge ...
GRAB AND RUN – FEDERAL WAY
On 8/21/18, at approximately 4:30 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see gold chains. The sales associate was suspicious of the subject and attempted to have him fill out an application but the subject refused. The sales associate showed ...
GRAB AND RUN – LEXINGTON, KY
On 8/8/18, at approximately 12:20 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see chains. He stated he wanted to see matching chains around a price of $2,800. The subject stated he was from West Tennessee. When questioned by someone who knew the ...
Video: Burglars Cut Through Roof
Oklahoma City, OK – Overnight between August 18, and August 19, 2018, burglars broke into a jewelry store’s roof, cut into the safe and escaped with $100,000 worth of jewelry.
SMASH ABD GRAB – CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH
On 8/18/18, at approximately 2:50 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and were greeted by a sales associate. The subjects stated they were already being helped. They then proceeded to a display case containing loose diamonds. At that point, the sec ...
SMASH & GRAB – TAYLOR, MI
On 8/11/18, at approximately 8:30 p.m., two male subjects wearing construction vests entered a jewelry store. The subjects proceeded to smash jewelry display cases. They then fled from the store with rings and necklaces. The subjects were in and out of th ...
TRAVELLING SALESMAN ROBBER CONVICTED – HOUSTON, TX
On 8/14/18, 30-year-old Gabriel Ocampo-Mayorquin admitted in federal court that he was a member of a violent robbery crew that robbed traveling jewelry salespeople that visited Houston. On September 11, 2009, Ocampo-Mayorquin and his Colombian accomplice ...
SMASH & GRAB – PALM COAST, FL
On 8/11/18, at approximately 7:31 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store. One of the subjects approached a sales associate at the bridal case while the second subject stood by the gold showcase. The subject at the bridal case attempted to take the dis ...
Video: $750,000 Brazen Robbery!
Miami, FL – On August 7, 2018, several men robbed a jewelry kiosk. They escaped with $750,000 worth of jewelry.
Jewelry Store Bookkeeper Sentenced to 9 months
New York, NY – On August 14, 2018, National Jeweler published an article about a bookkeeper who pleaded guilty to embezzling more than $100,000 from the jewelry store that employed him.
ROBBERY SUBJECTS ARRESTED – SAN LEANDRO, CA
On 8/8/18 and 8/9/18, two subjects were arrested for a jewelry store robbery that occurred on July 24, 2018. According to the San Leandro police, Steven Glenn, 35, and Randy Hawkins, 41, both confessed to the robbery of a jewelry store. On July 24, at app ...
ATF AGENT IMPERSONATOR SENTENCED – SALUDA COUNTY, SC
On 8/8/18, 29-year-old Robert Goodwin, Jr. was sentenced to 45 years in prison. Goodwin along with three other men; Abin Lee Lowman, James Wilson and Joshua Darien committed a home invasion of a jeweler. The men meticulously prepared for the robbery which ...
Sweden’s Crown Jewels Stolen in Speedboat Getaway
Strangnas, Sweden – On July 31, 2018, a group of thieves stole the Swedish Royal family’s regalia from a cathedral.
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SNEAK THEFT – OGDEN, UT
On 8/5/18, at approximately 4:30 p.m., a female subject entered a retail jewelry store and inquired about rings to replace one she had lost. The sales associate presented the subject with several rings, including a black sapphire ring which the subject sa ...
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DISTRACTION THEFT – MADISON, WI
On 8/6/19, at approximately 6:00 p.m., a male subject entered a retail jewelry store and produced a credit card to purchase a menâs gold chain. Before the subject presented the card to store personnel, he spoke to another male and female customer inside ...
ROBBERY CREW LEADER SENTENCED TO 55 YEARS – LOS ANGELES, CA
On 8/3/18, 47-year-old, Keith Marvel Walton, was sentenced to 55 years in prison. Walton was the leader of a group that stole $6 million worth of high-end watches from jewelry stores. Walton was a high-ranking member of an Inglewood street gang that orche ...
CREDIT CARD FRAUD – CHILLICOTHE, OH
On 7/21/18, at approximately 7:40 p.m., two subjects entered a retail jewelry store and inquired about diamond solitaire earrings. One of the subjects looked at several pairs of earrings and selected an item he wanted to purchase. The subject presented a ...
DUO CHARGED FOR $700,000 ROBBERY – SPRINGFIELD, MO
On 6/19/18, at approximately 8:19 p.m., two men entered a retail jewelry store and demanded jewelry from two female employees. The men also claimed to have a gun, but never displayed a weapon. The men escaped with $700,000 in jewelry. The duo was arrested ...
7 Robbers Arrested After Smuggling into U.S.
These subjects were arrested for a gunpoint robbery.
DISTRACTION THEFT – JACKSONVILLE, FL
On 7/31/18, at approximately 6:34 p.m., two female subjects entered a retail jewelry store and inquired about gold chains. The women claimed they needed to buy them for a wedding. At one point, the sales associate became suspicious of the women and called ...
BURGLAR SHOT TRYING TO EVADE POLICE – SUNSET VALLEY, TX
On 7/29/18, at approximately 4:00 a.m., a 25-year-old man identified as Marc-Antoine Carillo attempted to burglarize a jewelry store. Police responded to the glass break alarm around 4 a.m. When an officer arrived on scene he saw a broken glass door and a ...
KNIFEPOINT ROBBERY – GREENSBORO, NC
On 7/26/18, at approximately 6:21 p.m., a male subject approached an employee of a retail jewelry store as he was walking towards his car. The subject demanded the employee give him money. The subject then brandished a knife. The employee refused to give ...
Video: 7 Mexican nationals arrested following failed smash & grab robbery
McAllen, TX – On July 28, 2018, at approximately 12:24 p.m., seven men entered a jewelry store at gunpoint and proceeded to smash glass display cases.
Brazen Gunpoint Robbery
Elizabeth City, NC – On July 28, 2018, at approximately 8:08 p.m., two male subjects entered a jewelry store and brandished guns.
BURGLARY – WACO, TX
On 7/26/18, at approximately 3:34 a.m., three male subjects threw an object through the front door of a retail jewelry store. After gaining entry to the store, the subjects ran towards the back. One of them kicked in the back room door. The subjects then ...
Thieves stole $2.1 million in diamonds from Russia during the World Cup
Kazan, Russia – July 18, 2018 – During the 2018 World Cup, tourists from Colombia and Guatemala allegedly stole a bag of diamonds from a jewelry exhibition in Kazan, Russia, which held six World Cup matches.
DISTRACTION – WATERVILLE, ME
On 7/18/18, at approximately 8:45 p.m., three Hispanic males and one Hispanic female entered a retail jewelry store. The thieves distracted sales associates by having them assist the female by looking at clothing in another area of the store. At that poi ...
Two brothers accused of jewelry store robbery
Chalmette, LA – On July 23, 2018, the St. Bernard Parish Sheriff’s Office reported two brothers were arrested for their involvement in a jewelry store robbery. One of the brothers is on probation for accessory to murder.
SMASH AND GRAB – BOLINGBROOK, IL
On 7/21/18, at approximately 4:43 p.m., four subjects entered a retail jewelry store as a fifth subject held open the vestibule door. The subjects proceeded to smash two jewelry display cases with sledgehammers. They took merchandise and then fled. The su ...
GRAB AND RUN – LACEY, WA
On 7/19/18, at approximately 10:57 a.m., a male subject entered a retail jewelry store and said he wanted to purchase a watch. The associate proceeded to explain different watches. The subject was shown several watches over the course of 20 minutes. A sec ...
Man Admits to Stealing $200,000 in Jewelry
Scottsdale, AZ – On July 10, 2018, Scottsdale Police arrested 24-year-old Kirt Brent Wilson for stealing $200,000 in jewelry.
Police Seize $3.5 million in fraudulent watches
Bondi Junction NSW, Australia – On July 19, 2018, North South Wales Police conducted a five-hour long search at a jewelry store.
Video: Smash & Grab Robbery
Copley Township, OH – On July 16, 2018, shortly before 6:00 p.m., a group of subjects, believed to be teenagers, used hammers to smash open display cases.
MAN INDICTED FOR GUNPOINT ROBBERY – MERCERSBURG, PA
On 7/13/18, 40-year-old Kevin Combs was indicted by a grand jury for robbing a jewelry store on November 19, 2015. In that incident, two males wearing hoodies, masks, and gloves entered a jewelry store. They announced the robbery and pointed a gun. They p ...
SMASH AND GRAB – COPLEY TWP, OH
On 7/16/18, at approximately 6:00 p.m., four subjects entered a jewelry store. Two of the subjects used hammers to smash open display cases. The subjects stole diamond necklaces and a pair of earrings before they fled. They were in the store for less than ...
TRAVELING SALESMAN ROBBER SENTENCED TO 15 YEARS – SAN DIEGO, CA
On 7/12/18, 32-year-old Jonathan Braun Ortiz was sentenced to 15 years in prison for robbing a traveling jewelry salesman in University Town Center in San Diego two years ago. On 3/16/16, Ortiz and his accomplice, Diego Rojas, assaulted the salesman as he ...
DNA LEADS TO INDICTMENTS AFTER 4 YEARS – CANTON, GA
This week a Cherokee County grand jury indicted two men for a gunpoint robbery committed at a jewelry store in Canton, GA nearly five years ago. The suspects, identified as Brian Lamar Robinson and Erin Stephon Arms were each indicted on one count of arme ...
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – BURGLAR ARRESTED THREE YEARS AFTER CRIME
On 7/11/18, North Charleston Police arrested Brandon Romaine Smith for a burglary that occurred three years ago. According to police, Smith broke into a retail jewelry store on July 29, 2015. He gained entry to the store by smashing out the front glass do ...
GRAB AND RUN – CHARLOTTE, NC
On 7/10/18, at approximately 1:53 p.m., a subject entered a retail jewelry store and said he was looking for something for his wife and he wanted to “wow” her. He also stated that he wanted to spend about $20,000. He stated he was in the Marines and had j ...
ROBBER STARTS FIRE TO CREATE DISTRACTION – SAN ANTONIO, TX
On 7/9/18, a subject poured lighter fluid on charcoal bags and ignited them inside of a department store. He then fled from the store with a crowd. He was observed reentering the store. He smashed a glass display case and stole several items. The subject ...
GRAB AND RUN – MEMPHIS, TN
On 7/6/18, at approximately 11:52 a.m., a male subject entered a retail jewelry store and inquired about diamond solitaire earrings. The subject had a sales associateâs business card and asked to speak with that associate. The subject was in the store t ...
The Story of Hector Rivera, the “Godfather” of New York’s Diamond District
New York, NY – On July 6, 2018, JCK Online published an article regarding the infamous Godfather of New York City’s Diamond District.
GRAB AND RUN – TACOMA, WA
On 7/3/18, at approximately 6:30 p.m., a subject approached a kiosk and asked to try on a chain. After trying on a 24” chain, the subject looked at it in the mirror and then fled from the store. The subject was described as a 23-year-old White male. He is ...
Video: Smash and Grab Robbery
Dallas, TX – On July 1, 2018, at approximately 3:00 p.m., three subjects entered a jewelry store armed with pickaxes and a handgun. They proceeded to smash display cases and steal jewelry.
GRAB AND RUN – SAN BERNARDINO, CA
On 6/27/18, at approximately 7:30 p.m., a subject inquired about a ring. He visited the store earlier in the day and left after he applied for credit and was denied credit. He returned later in the day and looked at rings. The sales associate placed the ...
Video: Man Arrested After Armed Robbery
Fargo, N.D. – On June 29, 2018, at approximately 9:24 a.m., a male subject, later identified as Victor Antony Velazquez, 25, committed a gunpoint robbery at a retail jewelry store.
ROBBER SENTENCED TO 30 YEARS – ANTIOCH, CA
On 6/28/18, 22-year-old Trai Jones was sentenced to 30 years in state prison for his involvement in fatal jewelry store robbery. On April 11, 2014, Jones and his accomplice entered a jewelry store and fired shots. After the subjects fired their weapons, ...
Video: Police Seek Elderly Couple for Theft
Leigh-on-Sea, England – On June 22, 2018, an elderly man placed a necklace into a large bag before exiting a retail store.
ROBBER ASSAULTS EMPLOYEE – CARSON, CA
On 6/24/18, at approximately 11:20 a.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see a low priced ring. After the sales associate opened the case, the subject forced his way through the gate behind the showcase. He then threw the female associate t ...
GRAB AND RUN – TACOMA, WA
On 6/25/18, at approximately 4:10 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store on three separate occasions. He spoke to sales associates about credit and merchandise. On his third visit, the subject tried on a gold chain. He then fled from the store. He was de ...
GRAB AND RUN – JANESVILLE, WI
On 6/24/18, at approximately 2:28 p.m., a subject entered a retail jewelry store and introduced himself as Devon. He stated that he was looking for a ring for his lady. After the sales associate removed the ring from the showcase and presented it in her h ...
Video: International Diamond Thief Arrested
Miami, FL – On June 24, 2018, 67-year-old Tamaz Hubel was arrested for committing a theft of a $158,000 ring from a jeweler in Chicago.
SMASH & GRAB CREW STRIKES AGAIN – COLUMBIA, SC
On 6/25/18, at approximately 7:47 p.m., two male Black subjects featured on the JSA homepage as “Wanted Duo on Robbery Rampage”, entered a jewelry store and inquired about watches. As the sales associate presented the men with a watch, she left her keys ...
GRAB & RUN – CONCORD, NC
On 6/22/18, at approximately 7:55 p.m., two male subjects entered a retail jewelry store and began looking at engagement rings. One of the men stated he was looking for a present. The subjects looked at several pieces and eventually ended up looking at hi ...
Video: Brazen Smash and Grab Robbery
Sacramento, CA – On June 22, 2018, three men committed a smash and grab robbery.
Couple Arrested After Brazen Armed Robbery
Wayne, NJ – On June 19, 2018, 30-year-old Marc Niedle and 34-year-old Emily Lopazanski committed a gunpoint robbery.
GUNPOINT ROBBERY – SPRINGFIELD, MO
On 6/19/18, at approximately 8:14 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store, looked around and then left. About an hour later, one of the subjects returned and asked to see a watch. He spoke with someone on a cell phone and was overheard asking the perso ...
Video: Notorious Richard Laracuente Arrested!
Little Rock, AR – On June 21, 2018, 55-year-old Richard Laracuente was arrested a day after he stole an $8,900 ring from a jewelry store.
SMASH AND GRAB – AUSTIN, TX
On 6/19/18, at approximately 11:05 a.m., two subjects immediately walked to the back of a jewelry store. One of the subjects pointed a gun at two sales associates. He then ordered them against the wall. He said, “if you don’t turn around no one will get h ...
MAN CHARGED IN $500,000 THEFT- CARY, NC
On 6/19/18, police in Cary, NC charged 31-year-old Danny Thomas Goldston, Jr., with larceny and breaking-or-entering. On 5/7/18, Goldston, allegedly broke into a jewelry store at 5:00 a.m., with an accomplice. Surveillance footage showed one of the subjec ...
Video: Couple Commits Gunpoint Robbery
Bellevue, NE – On June 14, 2018, two subjects committed a gunpoint robbery. Watch the video to learn more.
DISTRACTION THEFT – HARRISBURG, PA
On 6/16/18, at approximately 8:30 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and asked to have their jewelry cleaned. As the jewelry was being cleaned, they asked the sales associate to show them earrings. The subjects compared two different earrings. As ...
GRAB AND RUN – REHOBOTH BEACH, DE
On 6/17/18, at approximately 4:50 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and inquired about gold chains. The subject was in the store the previous night. As the subject tried on a chain from the display case, he asked for the price of another chain and b ...
Video: Duo Stole More Than $45,000 in Jewelry
Pembroke Pines, FL – On June 16, 2018, at approximately 6:30 p.m., two subjects stole eight diamond rings from a jewelry store.
SMASH AND GRAB – CHARLOTTE , NC AREA
On 6/14/18, at approximately 6:00 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and inquired about “Cuban Link” chains and men’s jewelry. The subjects then stated they were interested in high-end watches. The store’s sales associate told the subjects that th ...
GRAB AND RUN – SPRINGFIELD, MA
On 6/6/18, at approximately 5:00 p.m., two male subjects approached a kiosk separately. One of the subjects asked to look at a Cubin link gold chain and gold charm. The second subject asked to look at a ring. The subjects were assisted by two different sa ...
ROBBERY – SAN ANTONIO, TX
On 6/10/18, at approximately 12:30 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and immediately walked towards an employee behind the cash register. The subject had his hands in his pockets and motioned as if he had a weapon. He ordered her to open the registe ...
Dangerous Knifepoint Robber Arrested
This subject was arrested for committing several robberies.
ARMED ROBBERY – ORANGE PARK, FL
On 6/9/18, at approximately 7:55 p.m., two armed subjects ran into a jewelry store under an umbrella. They ordered the sales associates to get down and then they took one of the associate’s keys. They then went into twelve showcases and removed merchandis ...
SMASH AND GRAB – LAS VEGAS, NV
On 6/6/18, at approximately 8:45 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and walked toward a display case containing high-end watches. One of the subjects carried a bat. He used the bat to smash through the display case several times. The second subjec ...
TRAVELING CON MAN – HENDERSONVILLE, TN
On 6/8/18, a jewelry thief featured on the JSA website was spotted in Hendersonville, TN. The subject has committed numerous sneak thefts across the United States. He is described as a 53-year-old white male. He is 5â9â and weighs 170 lbs. He has gray ...
Arrested for Multiple Grab and Run Thefts
Hillsborough County, Florida – On June 8, 2018, 51-year-old Everett Williams was arrested after he was identified as the perpetrator in a grab and run theft.
ATTEMPTED SMASH AND GRAB – SAN FRANCISCO, CA
On 6/5/18, at approximately 7:30 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and inquired about diamond rings. The staff was suspicious and offered the subject a line of credit. The subject said his ID was in his car. The staff then conducted the presentation ...
Thieves Steal from Jewelry Trade Show
This subject and his accomplice are wanted for a distraction theft.
Sneak Thief Wanted in Multiple States – Arrested
This subject was arrested for numerous thefts.
Son of Austin Jeweler Charged in Murder-for-Hire Plot
New York, NY – On June 6, 2018, National Jeweler published an article outlining the murder-for-hire plot orchestrated by a jeweler’s 19-year-old son.
SMASH AND GRAB ROBBERIES – WEST CHESTER, OH
On 5/29/18, at approximately 8:45 p.m., two subjects smashed a jewelry store’s glass display case which contained diamond rings. One of the subjects took several rings and placed them into a bag. The subjects were described as Black males dressed in all b ...
SMASH AND GRAB ARRESTS – AUBURN, AL
On 6/4/18, at approximately 4:00 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and began smashing display cases with a tire jack. They grabbed jewelry and then fled from the store. Auburn police responded and pursued the subjects in their vehicle. At that po ...
Brazen Smash and Grab Footage from Hawaii
Aiea, HI – On June 2, 2018, at approximately 12:15 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and proceeded to smash a display case.
ROBBERY – BROOKLYN HEIGHTS, NY
On 5/23/18, shortly before 3 p.m. a subject entered a jewelry store and threatened two female employees with a hammer, one of whom is pregnant. The subject then forced the employees to the back of the store. He stole jewelry, placed it into a bag and then ...
SMASH AND GRAB ROBBERS ARRESTED! – FENTON, MI
On 5/23/18, police in Utica, MI arrested a trio of subjects believed to be responsible for a smash and grab robbery on 5/18/18 in Fenton, MI. The subjects were arrested after police responded to a robbery at a jewelry store in Utica. The subjects arrested ...
ROBBER THREW INCENDIARY DEVICE – VENTURA, CA
On 5/23/18, 2018, at approximately 11:00 a.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and threw an incendiary device into the store which exploded into flames. The device burnt the surrounding carpet and left acid and burn marks. The explosion led to a small ...
SNEAK THEFT – PORTLAND, OR
On 5/22/18, at approximately 6:05 p.m., a subject approached a kiosk and inquired about gold chains. The sales associate took a gold chain out of the showcase and presented it to the subject. After examining the chain, the subject placed the chain on the ...
ARMED ROBBER SENTENCED TO 25 YEARS IN PRISON – SPRINGFIELD, MO
On May 18, 2018, a federal judge sentenced 34-year-old Paul Lloyd to 25 years in federal prison without parole. On March 17, 2016, Lloyd entered a jewelry store and inquired about several pieces of jewelry. After conversing with a sales associate, Lloyd b ...
SMASH AND GRAB – FENTON, MI
On 5/18/18, at approximately 2:15 p.m., a male and female subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see diamond engagement rings. The sales associate asked the couple what diamond shape they were looking for. The female subject responded by describing ...
2 MICHIGAN MEN HAVE PLEADED GUILTY TO SMASH & GRAB! – RICHMOND HEIGHTS, MO
On 5/17/18, two of the four men indicted for a jewelry store robbery pleaded guilty. The men, identified as 29-year-old Robert Scott and 34-year-old Xavier Grove, pleaded guilty to the robbery which interfered with interstate commerce. The men committed ...
SMASH & GRAB ROBBERY – LOCUST GROVE, GA
On 5/17/18, at approximately 8:42 p.m., shortly before closing, two males entered a jewelry store and proceeded to look at display cases containing watches and gold. Â One of the subjects revealed a hammer from his jacket. He then began to smash several d ...
Video: Interstate Theft Team Has Targeted 19 Antique Dealers in 6 States
Carlisle, PA – On May 6, 2018, two male subjects surreptitiously stole jewelry from two antique stores on the same day.
WOMAN EMBEZZLES $452,500 TO FUND JEWELRY BUSINESS – FRANKLIN, WI
According to a criminal complaint filed earlier this month in Milwaukee County, 60-year-old Connie L. Larmon, is facing four felony charges; fraudulent use of a credit card, theft by employee and two counts of filing a false or fraudulent tax return. Lar ...
Video: 5 Sought in Jewelry Store Burglary
Blandon, PA – On May 15, 2018, at approximately 12:40 a.m., five men broke into a jewelry store by smashing the store’s window.
SMASH AND GRAB ROBBER ARRESTED – ANCHORAGE, AK
On 5/8/18, 18-year-old Terrance Kaleo Paleka was arrested for his involvement in a smash and grab robbery at a store that sells jewelry. Paleka was charged with using force to interfere with interstate commerce. On April 24, 2018, Paleka and two other men ...
SMASH & GRAB – SEATTLE, WA
On 5/13/18, at approximately 12:11 p.m., a subject went to a jewelry counter and brandished a hammer. He then began smashing a display case. The subject was in the store for approximately three minutes. During that time, he made a small hole in the glass. ...
GUNPOINT SMASH & GRAB – CYPRESS, TX
On 5/11/18, three subjects committed a gunpoint smash and grab at a jewelry store. The subjects used a sledgehammer to breach display cases. One subject pointed a gun at the manager, They entered and exited the store within 24 seconds. They targeted high- ...
GRAB AND RUN – CLACKAMAS, OR
On 5/9/18, at approximately 9:00 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see gold chains. The sales associate remembered the subject from a prior visit to the store. After looking at chains the subject fled from the store with one of the chai ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – EDISON, NJ
On 5/8/18, at approximately 7:20 p.m., a sales associate was organizing chains in a display case. At that point, a subject approached the kiosk and inquired about silver chains. As the team member presented the subject with an item, they failed to secur ...
GRAB AND RUN – LYNNWOOD, WA
On 5/6/18, at approximately 5:18 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and inquired about several items. He exited the store at 5:24 p.m., and returned at 5:28 p.m. As an associate was assisting a new customer, the subject broke a display case off of a ...
Subjects Wanted for Attempted Distraction Theft
The Clinton Police Department is seeking two subjects for an attempted distraction theft.
VETERAN SENTENCED TO LIFE IN PRISON FOR JEWELER’S DEATH – NEW YORK, NY
On 5/2/18, a Federal Judge ordered Hector Rivera, 66, a Vietnam veteran, to serve life in prison plus 25 years for paying a hit man to kill a jeweler on a busy Midtown Manhattan street in 2004. Â Riveraâs sentence was announced 6 months after a jury fou ...
Video: Jeweler Beaten, Zip-tied and Robbed
Fresno , CA – On May 6, 2018, shortly after 11:00 a.m., two subjects robbed a jeweler at gunpoint and threatened to shoot him in the head.
Mother Arrested After Using Her Child to Steal From Jewelry Store
Benton County, AR – On April 28, 2018, 36-year-old Samira Baboaca was arrested on suspicion of theft and contributing to the delinquency of a minor.
EXTERNAL SWITCH – PLEASANTON, CA
On 5/3/18, at approximately 1:45 p.m., a subject entered a store and inquired about diamond earrings. He made two visits to the store. After the subject left the store. The associate tested the earrings and determined they were CZ’s. The subject was descr ...
ROBBER SENTENCED TO 78 MONTHS – LAS VEGAS, NV
On 5/2/18, 38-year-old Jessie Mendoza, was sentenced to 78 months in prison for committing a smash and grab robbery on September 12, 2016. Mendoza wore a âFriday the 13thâ â" style hockey mask during the commission of the crime. Upon entering the sto ...
Video: Jeweler Charged with 36 Counts of Theft!
Columbus OH – On April 27, 2018, former jeweler, Charles Michael Hush, 64, faced a judge after being accused of defrauding customers.
GRAB AND RUN – VACAVILLE, CA
On 5/1/18, at approximately 3:46 p.m., a subject asked to see multiple solitaire rings. He stated he was looking for his girlfriend. The sales associate attempted to get the subject’s name, however, the subject refused. After obtaining a 2.06 ct. ring he ...
BANK DROP ROBBERY – LAWTON, OK
On 4/30/18, at approximately 9:45 p.m., two jewelry store employees arrived at a bank to make the nightly deposit. As one of the employees approached the ATM, a male subject brandished a handgun. A second subject then emerged from the bushes. Both subject ...
Son Stole Business Data from Mother’s Jewelry Store
The Villages, FL – April 29, 2018 – Blake Gallaher, 34, has been charged with stealing sensitive information from a jewelry store operated by his mother.
SUSPICIOUS LYFT RIDER ARRESTED FOR ROBBERY – WICHITA, KS
On 4/28/18, at approximately 4:50 p.m., two men entered a jewelry store. One man was armed with a gun. One of the subjects then pointed a gun at a sales associate. The associate fled from the store and pulled an alarm on her way out. One of the subjects f ...
MAN SENTENCED TO 20 YEARS FOR KILLING JEWELER – BALTIMORE, MD
On April 26, 2018, the U.S. Attorney for the District of Maryland announced that Stanislav “Steven” Yelizarov’s 20-year sentence would run consecutively to a 30-year sentence he is currently serving. The 30-year sentenced was a result of Yelizarov’s role ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – SAN ANTONIO, TX
On 4/21/18, at approximately 7:15 p.m., two female subjects inquired about numerous items. After looking at several pieces, one of the women applied for credit. While one of the subjects conversed about credit, her accomplice asked to see a bracelet. As s ...
Wanted for Distraction Theft
This subject is wanted for at least 19 distraction thefts.
ATF Offers $5,000 Reward for Robber
This subject is wanted for a smash and grab robbery.
SHOTS FIRED IN SMASH & GRAB – ANCHORAGE, AK
On 4/24/18, at approximately 7:37 p.m., three male subjects committed a gunpoint smash and grab robbery of a store that sells jewelry. One man was armed with a long gun while his two accomplices had handguns. One of the subjects also had a hammer. In the ...
PORTAGE, MI – BURGLARS CUT THROUGH TWO BUSINESSES
Sometime between the evening of April 21, and April 22, 2018, a jewelry store was targeted in a burglary. The subject(s) cut through two businesses in an effort to access a jewelry store safe. The subject(s) ultimately escaped with hundreds of thousands ...
Explosive Distraction Thief Arrested
Greenville, SC – On April 22, 2018, 22-year-old Kevin Triana was arrested in Greenville, SC. Triana is accused of partaking in a distraction theft where he would run with high-end watches from a jewelry store while an accomplice would set off fireworks outside of the store.
SNEAK THEFT – RICHMOND HEIGHTS, MO
On 4/20/18, at approximately 7:45 p.m., a subject asked to see a solitaire ring. The subject then inquired about putting the item on layaway. The sales associate then took the subject to the register to begin processing the transaction. The merchandise wa ...
JEWELER MISCONDUCT – DUBLIN, OH
On 4/16/18, 64-year-old Charles “Mike” Hush, was indicted by a grand jury on 36 counts of theft and one count of engaging in corrupt activity. According to prosecutor Ron O’ Brien, Hush took jewelry and proceeds from 36 victims. The value of the jewelry ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – WHITEHALL, PA
On 4/14/18, at approximately 7:10 p.m., three subjects committed a theft. While one of the subjects was getting assistance from a sales associate, two other subjects entered the store. One of the subjects acted as a look out. Each subject wore earbuds. Wh ...
VIOLENT GUNPOINT SMASH AND GRAB – BLOOMFIELD, CT
On 4//16/18, at approximately 12:15 p.m., three subjects committed a robbery and stole jewelry. One subject was armed with a shotgun while the second subject brought a hammer. The third subject stood guard. When the store owner confronted the robbers, t ...
Video: Social Media Helps To Catch Jewelry Thief
New Orleans, LA – On April 12, 2018, 23-year-old Jennifer Wick, of Maryland stole a $250 ring from a jewelry store.
GUNPOINT SMASH AND GRAB – SAN ANTONIO, TX
On 4/12/18, at approximately 8:00 p.m., five subjects committed an armed robbery at a store that sells jewelry. Shortly before 8:00 p.m., one subject entered the store with a pistol. He ordered an employee down to the floor at gunpoint. Subject #1 was fol ...
Video: Second Firecracker Theft In One Week
Miami, FL – On April 15, 2018 at approximately 6:31 p.m., a male subject committed a theft of a high end watch as an accomplice set off fireworks outside of the store.
GRAB AND RUN – PHOENIX, AZ
On 4/11/18, at approximately 8:25 p.m., a female subject asked to see diamond solitaires. After she was presented with a ring, she grabbed it and fled from the store. She was described as a 20-year-old Black female. She is 5’10” tall. She was last seen we ...
GRAB AND RUN – MONTGOMERY, AL
On 4/9/18, at approximately 1:47 p.m., a subject asked to see a 1.0 carat solitaire diamond ring in white gold. After the item was presented to him, he asked if he could see another ring to compare it to. The subject then grabbed the second ring and fled ...
$20,000 REWARD OFFERED AFTER ROBBERY-HOUSTON,TX
On 3/31/18, at approximately 9:04 a.m., two male subjects committed a gunpoint robbery of a pawn shop. The subjects approached employees as they were placing merchandise on the sidewalk in front of the store. The subjects appeared to approach the store fr ...
Four Accused of Smash & Grab
Memphis, TN – On April 9, 2018, shortly before noon, three masked men entered a store that sells jewelry.
GRAB AND RUN – ANN ARBOR, MI
On 4/9/18, at approximately 2:28 p.m., a subject stated he was looking for an engagement ring and introduced himself as Shawn. He stated he was looking for a ring around $2,000 and he also stated he would pay in cash. The sales associate then presented th ...
Duo Arrested for $1,000,000 Burglary
Brooklyn, NY – On April 5, 2018, this subject and his accomplice were arrested for a $1,000,000 burglary.
11 HURT IN FIRECRACKER DISTRACTION – ORLANDO, FL
On 4/8/18, subjects used firecrackers as a distraction in a jewelry store theft. As a result of this incident, five individuals were taken to hospitals. On New Year’s Eve 2017, a similar theft occurred. In that incident a subject tried on a high-end watch ...
TRAIL OF BLOOD LED TO ROBBERS ARREST – CREVE COEUR, MO
On March 30, 2018, 41-year-old Michael Anderson Gladney was charged with robbery and one count of possessing and discharging a firearm in furtherance of a crime of violence. According to Prosecutors, Gladney and three other men entered a jewelry store in ...
Video: Burglar Steals $260,000 of Jewelry
Medford, OR – On April 2, 2018, at approximately 3:00 a.m., a subject burglarized a jewelry store.
BASIC RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PREVENTING CYBER-ENABLED CRIME
New York, NY – On April 6, 2018, the Jewelers’ Security Alliance published basic recommendations for preventing cyber-enabled crime.
ARMED ROBBERY – DENTON, TX
On 4/4/18, at approximately 10:20 a.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and pointed a black handgun at employees. He ordered employees to open cabinets and then took jewelry before fleeing. If you have any information regarding this incident, please cal ...
GRAB AND RUN – HOUSTON, TX
On 3/31/18, at approximately 8:00 p.m., two subjects asked to look at gold chains and bracelets. A subject wearing a red had tried several items on and then returned them. When the sales associate put the items back in the case, the subjects requested to ...
Department Stores Face Cyber-Enabled Theft
New York, NY – On April 3, 2018, National Jeweler published an article on the massive data breach of two department stores.
GRAB AND RUN – STOCKTON, CA
On 4/2/18, at approximately 6:15 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see bridal rings. He was presented with one ring and asked to see another ring to compare it to. The sales associate was holding the second piece when the subject reache ...
SWITCH – JAMAICA, NY
On 3/27/18, at approximately 11:30 a.m., three subjects entered a jewelry store and said they were looking for men’s wedding bands. The sales associate presented the subjects with several styles of bands. Shortly thereafter, the subjects left the store wi ...
Video: Gunpoint Robbery
Clayton, MO – On March 29, 2018 at approximately 10:30 a.m., a male subject brandished a gun and announced a robbery at a jewelry store.
ARMED ROBBER SENTENCED TO 10 YEARS – CONYERS, GA
On March 28, 2018, Cephos Leyon “Jamal” White, 30, was sentenced to 10 years and one month in prison. White was convicted for an April 2017 robbery at a jewelry store in Conyers, GA. White is also suspected to be involved in three other jewelry store robb ...
Jeweler Arrested
Jacksonville, FL – On March 26, 2018, 34-year-old Alessandro Jiminez was arrested on six counts of grand theft and one count of fraud.
THREE CHARGED IN ROBBERY – HINSDALE, IL
On 3/23/17, three men were indicted by a federal grand jury on robbery and weapons charges. The men, identified as Tobias Diggs, 24, Marvon Hamberlin, 39, and Joshua McClellan, 29, were charged with robbery and robbery conspiracy, transporting stolen good ...
String of Jewelry Crime in Missouri
St. Louis, MO – On March 26, 2018 at approximately 4:15 a.m. a jewelry store was burglarized. Three jewelry stores have been targeted in Missouri in a little over a week.
GRAB AND RUN – WASHINGTON, PA
On 3/27/18, at approximately 10:00 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and asked to see watches. He left the store after 20 minutes and returned at 12 noon. He told the sales associate he was interested in opening a line of credit, but he wanted to se ...
GRAB AND RUN – DAYTONA BEACH, FL
On 3/25/18, at approximately 6:01 p.m., a subject approached a kiosk and asked to see a rope chain and charm together. After the subject gained possession of the chain, he fled from the store. The subject was described as a Black male in his mid 20’s. He ...
Two Robbers in Custody After Smash & Grab
Lincoln, NE – On March 23, 2018, shortly after 1:00 p.m., two men armed with handguns, broke into a display case, took watches and then fled from a jewelry store.
SNEAK THEFT – FAYETTEVILLE, NC
On 3/22/18, at approximately 2:03 p.m., a subject requested to see several items. At one point, the sales associate had three rings on display at the same time. The subject concealed one of the rings and put it in his pocket. After he exited the store, th ...
Wanted For 10 Jewelry Thefts From Safes
This subject is a member of a group that has stolen jewelry in numerous states.
GRAB AND RUN – DAYTONA BEACH, FL
On 3/21/18, at approximately 8:23 p.m., a subject asked a sales associate to see bracelets. After he was presented with a gold bangle bracelet, he fled from the store. He was described as a 6’0 Black male. He has short hair and was last seen wearing a whi ...
Video: Transient Distraction Thieves Strike For 10th Time!
Paso Robles, CA – On March 20, 2018, at approximately 6:30 p.m., six individuals entered a jewelry store shortly before closing.
GRAB AND RUN – MONROE, LA
On March 18, 2018, at approximately 5:45 p.m., a male subject entered a jewelry store and said he was interested in purchasing solitaires and bridal sets. The subject indicated he was receiving a large lawsuit settlement check and he wanted to buy his gir ...
Wanted for Nearly A Dozen Sneak Thefts
This subject is wanted for nearly a dozen sneak thefts.
TOTAL DOLLAR CRIME LOSSES FLAT IN 2017 CYBER-ENABLED LOSSES SOAR
New York, NY – March 20, 2018 – Jewelers’ Security Alliance has released its 21-page 2017 Annual Crime Report covering crime against the jewelry industry in the U.S.
Cybercrime Becoming a Growing Problem for Jewelry Industry
New York, NY – On March 20, 2018, JCK Magazine published an article outlining the increasing incidence of cyber-enabled crime that has targeted the jewelry industry.
Video: Armed Robbers Fire Shots In Smash & Grab
Creve Coeur, MO – On March 19, 2018, at approximately 2:45 p.m., four masked men entered a jewelry store and announced a robbery.
DISTRACTION THEFT – BLACKWOOD, NJ
On 3/17/18, at approximately 6:10 p.m., a couple entered into a jewelry store and requested to see wedding bands. During the presentation, the male also asked to see diamond earrings. As the male subject distracted the sales associate, the female subject ...
CREDIT CARD FRAUD – SMITHFIELD, NC
On 3/13/18, at approximately 11:56 a.m., three subjects entered into a jewelry store. The first subject wore a West Virginia Toboggan hat; the second subject wore a black Toboggan hat and the third subject had dreadlocks. The third subject entered a minut ...
Video: Armed Guard Fires At Smash & Grab Robbers
Glendale, CA – On March 12, 2018, two subjects walked into a jewelry store and immediately smashed display cases.
Video: Distraction Thieves Steal $200K From Safe
El Cajon, CA – On February 28, 2018, a group consisting of five women and two men committed a distraction theft and stole jewelry from a safe.
SMASH & GRAB ROBBERS FACE CHARGES! – DETROIT, MI
Two subjects are facing charges for their involvement in a series of smash and grab robberies in the Midwest. On November 12, 2017, a man who identified himself as Demetrius asked a jewelry store associate what time the store closed. The subject then exit ...
GRAB AND RUN – BARTLESVILLE, OK
On 3/7/18, at approximately 8:55 p.m., a subject entered the store and asked if they closed at 9 p.m. The sales associate confirmed they did, but said he would be happy to provide assistance. The subject said he needed to replace a wedding set for his wif ...
Video: Two Sought In Distraction Theft
Weston, FL – On March 7, 2018, two subjects committed a theft.
GRAB AND RUN – BLUFFTON, SC
On 3/5/18, at approximately 8:20 p.m., a subject stated she was getting engaged and wanted to look at engagement rings. She said her budget was $4,000. She asked to see a ring as well as a matching band. After she was handed the ring, she examined it and ...
GRAB AND RUN – ROTTERDAM, NY
On 3/3/18, at approximately 7:55 p.m., a male and female subject were looking at men’s rings. While the sales associate was assisting the female, the male subject looked at earrings on a counter top spinner. After staying for a ten minute presentation, th ...
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Video: Manhunt After Subject Makes Bomb Threat
Santa Monica, CA – On February 28, 2018, at approximately 5:30 p.m., a male subject went into a jewelry store and told an employee he had explosives.
ATTEMPTED BURGLARY – MORGANTON, NC
On 3/2/18, at approximately 6:39 a.m., a subject picked up a brick and threw it through a window in the back door of the store. The subject then reached through the broken window and attempted to gain access. However, there was an additional security bar ...
Jewelers Seek Exhile in St. Kitts and Nevis
New York, NY – On February 28, 2018 JCK Magazine published an article regarding a coveted destination for former jewelers facing legal pressure.
GRAB AND RUN – TAMPA, FL
On 2/28/18, at approximately 6:20 p.m., a subject stated he was interested in seeing engagement rings. The subject then inquired about the different qualities of a ring he should be aware of. The sales associate then informed him about the varying qualiti ...
Eye Doctor Turned Robber Sentenced To Over 5 Years In Prison
Dallas, TX – On February 20, 2018, 38-year-old Omar Gonzalez was sentenced to 5 1/2 years in prison for his involvement in a multi-state robbery team that targeted traveling salesmen.
Increasing Frequency of Smash & Grab Robberies
New York, NY – On February 26, 2018, JCK Magazine published an article regarding the 20 smash and grab robberies JSA has documented in jewelry stores since October 2017.
THEFT – KNOXVILLE, TN
On 2/27/18, at approximately 12:30 p.m., a subject approached a kiosk with a small boy who was approximately three years old. The subject was presented with chains. When the sales associate asked the subject to return the chain, the subject stated she alr ...
GRAB AND RUN – OVIEDO, FL
On 2/26/18, at approximately 6:05 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and introduced himself as Miguel. He claimed he was getting engaged. The team leader assisted the subject and presented him with a ring. Once the ring was in the subjectâs possess ...
SMASH AND GRAB – PITTSBURGH, PA
On 2/22/18, at approximately 7:10 p.m., three subjects committed a smash and grab robbery at a retail jewelry store. The group had a female subject prop open the door. She remained by the door as her two male accomplices proceeded into the store and went ...
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Video: Billionaire Jeweler Accused of Fraud
New York, NY – On February 23, 2018, National Jeweler published an article outlining the accusations that have been levied against Billionaire jeweler Nirav Modi.
Video: Wanted Sneak Thief
Fort Worth, TX – On February 12, 2018, a subject was captured concealing a ring and three bracelets from a jewelry store.
Wanted Smash & Grab Subjects
This subject and his two accomplices committed a robbery.
Package Handler Stole Nearly $40,000 In Jewelry from FedEx Packages
Memphis, TN – Between January 2017 and February 2018 a FedEx package handler stole more than $39,000 worth of jewelry from packages on over 24 occasions.
Video: Jeweler’s Sting Operation Leads to Arrest
Scottsdale, AZ – On February 2, 2018 the owner of a jewelry store set up his own sting operation which lead to the arrest of 59-year-old Robert Gerald Moses.
GRAB AND RUN – PHOENIX, AZ
On 2/21/2018, at approximately 3:20 p.m., a subject asked to see chains. He stated he had a store account with a $4,500 limit. He claimed that his father had cancer and he wanted to buy him a gold chain. The sales associate presented a glitter rope chain ...
GRAB AND RUN – FAIRFIELD, CA
On 2/20/18, a subject entered a jewelry store and requested to see gold bracelets. After viewing several bracelets, the subject fled from the store with one of the bracelets. He entered into a red Ford F-150. The subject was described as a Hispanic male. ...
Wanted Grab & Run Subjects
This subject and her accomplice are wanted for a grab & run.
GRAB AND RUN – CHATTANOOGA, TN
On 2/19/18, at approximately 4:10 p.m., a male subject inquired about a diamond ring. The subject claimed he was getting his taxes back and wanted to purchase an engagement ring for around $1,000. The subject was taken to the bridal cases. He was presente ...
ROBBERY – LINCOLN, NE
On 2/15/18, subject(s) entered a mall and confronted a security guard and handcuffed him to a railing. The subject(s) then entered a kiosk and pried open three of the cases. They took merchandise and then fled. If you have any information regarding the id ...
Video: Congressional Candidate Commits Fraud Against Jeweler
New York, NY – On February 12, 2018, congressional candidate Juliet Germanotta was arrested after she tried to defraud a jeweler.
GRAB AND RUN – WICHITA, KS
On 2/14/18, at approximately 6:10 p.m., a subject asked to see "big bridal sets." The sales associate escorted him to the bridal counter and asked him what style he was looking for. The associate and subject looked at multiple sets. After about 10 minutes ...
Distraction Thief Apprehended
East Cocalico Township, PA – On February 12, 2018, East Cocalico Township Police announced the arrest of 53-year-old Josuf Pryce.
GRAB AND RUN – TEMPE, ARIZONA
On 2/13/18, at approximately 4:30 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and inquired about necklaces. One of the subjects asked to see the price tag on the back of an earring pad, which contained earrings. The subject grabbed the earrings and fled fr ...
GRAB AND RUN – EDISON, NJ
On 2/13/18, at approximately 1:45 p.m., a subject asked to see a ring. While the sales associate held the ring, the subject grabbed it from the associates hand and fled from the store. The subject was described as a 35-year-old White male. He is 5’5” and ...
SNEAK THEFT – WILSONVILLE, OR
On 2/8/18, at approximately 2:02 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and inquired about a three stone engagement ring. The sales associate showed the subject several engagement rings. The subject then asked to see pendants and tennis bracelets. The su ...
$400,000 TRAVELING SALESMAN ROBBERY – SEATTLE, WA
On 2/6/18, at approximately 3:48 p.m., a traveling jewelry salesman was on his way to his last client in Seattle, WA. As the salesman was exiting off of the Highway, a dark colored sedan abruptly entered into his lane. The occupants of the sedan slammed o ...
Woman Claims She Stole for Work
Lady Lake, FL – On February 6, 2018, at approximately 12:00 p.m., Regina Ann Carroll, 50, concealed nearly $300 worth of jewelry into her purse.
GRAB AND RUN – DOWNEY, CA
On 2/2/18, at approximately 12:40 p.m., a subject approached a kiosk and asked to see chains. The sales associate removed the first chain and showed it to the subject. The subject then asked to see a second chain. The associate retrieved the first chain, ...
Video: Distraction Thief Apprehended
Wilton, CT – On October 18, 2017 at approximately 2:34 p.m., a group of four subjects committed a distraction theft at a jewelry store and stole $21,000 worth of merchandise.
SMASH & GRAB – AMHERST, NY
On 2/2/18, at approximately 6:30 p.m., four subjects armed with sledgehammers committed a robbery. The subjects smashed display cases, took high end watches and then fled. One subject stood at the front door while three masked subjects smashed into displa ...
GRAB & RUN – BRONX, NY
On 2/5/18, at approximately 1:15 p.m., a subject inquired about a gold chain. After he put on the chain, he asked to see another one. The sales associate said she could not show him another chain until he returned the first chain. The subject then turned ...
Michigan Jeweler Arrested in Florida
New York, NY – On February 6, 2018, Brecken Branstrator of National Jeweler published an article outlining the crimes and apprehension of 62-year-old jeweler, Rick Bud Currie.
GRAB AND RUN – WOODBURN, OR
On 2/1/18, at approximately 5:17 p.m., a subject asked to see lady’s engagement rings. After examining one of the rings, he began walking out of the store and then started running. The subject was described as a White male in his 30’s. He is 6’0” and weig ...
$1.6 Million Gold Thief Reveals How He Pulled Off Heist
New York, NY – February 5, 2018 – On September 29, 2016, Julio Nivelo, stole $1.6 million worth of gold bars from the back of an unattended armored truck.
GRAB AND RUN – BROOMFIELD, CO
On 1/31/18, at approximately 7:28 p.m., a subject inquired about rings. He said he had a budget of $2,000. The sales associate showed the subject several items over a thirty minute period. The subject and associate discussed putting a ring on layaway. As ...
Video: Distraction Thieves
Pembroke Pines, FL – On January 27, 2018, two subjects committed a distraction theft and stole a high-end watch.
SMASH AND GRAB – CINCINNATI, OH
On 1/31/18, at approximately 7:00 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store and inquired about engagement rings. They asked to see a “big diamond.” At that point, a third subject entered the store. He told all sales associates to get on the ground. He th ...
GRAB AND RUN – FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS, IL
On 1/30/18, at approximately 11:45 a.m., a male subject asked to see engagement rings. He pulled out a wad of cash and showed it to the sales associate. The associate was suspicious and asked the team leader  to assist the subject. The subject asked to s ...
19 Subjects Face Trial Over Airport Jewelry Heist
Brussels, Belgium – On January 31, 2018, the trial of 19 subjects believed to be involved in a $50 million robbery at an airport in 2013 commenced.
GRAB AND RUN – PLEASANTON, CA
On 1/29/18, a subject approached a jewelry store prior to opening and was told the store would open at 10:00 a.m. The subject returned to the store and was asked if he wanted to view jewelry. The subject inquired about a gold chain and a bracelet set. The ...
Video: Manhunt After Robbery
Boardman, OH – On January 29, 2018, at approximately 10:45 a.m., at least two men committed a robbery of a jewelry store.
GRAB AND RUN – SPARKS, NV
On 1/25/18, at approximately 6:45 p.m., a subject inquired about gold chains. He had been a repeat customer over the last month and asked to try on gold chains again. On 1/26/18, the store was alerted of a gold chain switch in Reno, NV. They realized the ...
Moscow Police Arrest Woman Smuggling $142,000 in Diamonds
Moscow, Russia – On January 26, 2018, a 53-year-old Russian National was detained by police and security officers at Moscow’s Domodedovo Airport.
Tokyo Police Arrest 7 Members of Pink Panda Gang
Tokyo, Japan – According to TBS News, on January 26, 2018, seven Chinese nationals were arrested following an investigation by Tokyo Metropolitan Police.
Man Accused of Stealing $50K From Employer
Tyler, TX – On January 26, 2018, Tyler Police arrested 26-year-old Justin Bryant Davis and charged him with third-degree theft.
Tokyo Police Arrest 3 Members of Pink Panda Theft Ring
Tokyo, Japan – On January 20, 2017, Yang Kuaikai, 37 and two other Chinese nationals stole a diamond ring valued at 2.8 million yen ($35880) USD. The subjects stole the ring from a dealer at the International Jewelry Tokyo show.
Video: Sneak Theft
Duncan, OK – January, 18, 2018 – This subject concealed five sets of diamond wedding rings while the jeweler turned his back.
GUNPOINT SMASH & GRAB – INDIANAPOLIS, IN
On 1/25/18, at approximately 8:19 p.m., two subjects entered a jewelry store. The first subject went to display cases and immediately smashed them with a hammer. The second subject went behind the counter and pointed a handgun at the employees. The second ...
CHERRY HILL, NJ – ATTEMPTED SMASH & GRAB
On 1/22/18, at approximately 6:14 p.m., two male subjects approached department store's ring display on the store's exterior wall. The first subject began striking the case with two hammers. The second subject acted as a lookout. When the subjects were co ...
CEDAR FALLS, IA – EMPLOYEES PEPPER SPRAYED
On 1/22/18, at approximately 8:30 p.m. a male subject entered a jewelry store and brandished a knife. He ordered one of the sales associates to open display cases. He then ordered another associate to lay face down on the floor. The employee on the floor ...
Video: Distraction Thieves
Lilburn, GA – On January 9, 2018, three women committed a distraction theft at two jewelry stores on the same day.
STOCKTON, CA – GUNPOINT SMASH & GRAB
On 1/22/18, six masked men committed a gunpoint robbery at a jewelry store as it was advertising its grand opening. The subjects smashed the display cases and fled from the store with merchandise in a dark colored vehicle. If you have any information rega ...
GRAB AND RUN – ALBUQUERQUE, NM
On 1/19/18 at approximately 7:45 p.m., two subjects inquired about chains. They were presented with several different chains, but decided they did not want to purchase anything and exited the store. Approximately five minutes later they returned and asked ...
Video: Attempted Robbers Escaped After High Speed Pursuit
Strongsville, OH – On January 16, 2018 at approximately 7:30 p.m., four subjects had attempted to commit a robbery at a jewelry store.
GRAB AND RUN – SARASOTA, FL
On 1/18/18, at approximately 8:50 p.m., a female subject entered a jewelry store and inquired about solitaire rings. She said she planned on proposing to her girlfriend soon. After the sales associate presented several rings, the female said she needed to ...
Video: $2 Million Smash & Grab Robbery
Sugarland, TX – On January 10, 2018 at approximately 12:20 p.m., a subject inquired about an engagement ring. A second subject then joined his accomplice and the sales associate. While one subject conversed with the associate, the second subject produced a hammer and smashed through display cases.
SNEAK THEFT – ABILENE, TX
On 1/17/18, at approximately 12:55 p.m., a male subject inquired about engagement rings. He was presented with several rings and discussed having a layaway receipt for another jewelry store in the mall. During the presentation, the subject had two diamond ...
GRAB AND RUN – HUNTSVILLE, AL
On 1/15/18, at approximately 7:20 p.m., two subjects approached a showcase. One of the subjects said he wanted to buy a ring for his friend’s sister. He asked to see a bridal set. Once the ring was removed from the showcase, the subject asked if he could ...
Suspects Arrested In Jewelers Homicide!
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Video: Jeweler Murdered in Violent Robbery
Highland, CA – On January 10, 2018, at approximately 12:58 p.m., two subjects immediately threw a molotov cocktail at a jewelry store’s counter and then opened fire killing 32-year-old employee, Jason Cullen.
Video: Good Samaritan shot by robber speaks out
Thomasville, N.C. – On January 9, 2018, Kerry Chambers was shot after he chose to pursue armed robbers who had targeted a jewelry store.
Video: Attempt to pawn watch leads to arrest
Gresham, OR – On January 11, 2018, police responded to a report that a person was trying to sell a stolen watch.
SMASH AND GRAB – BRAINTREE, MA
On 1/12/18, at approximately 7:34 p.m., four subjects approached a jewelry store. The first subject held the front door open and allowed the other three subjects to gain entry. The first subject placed a mallet on the floor to prop open the door. He then ...
GRAB AND RUN – INDIANAPOLIS, IN
On 1/8/18, at approximately 2:45 p.m., a subjects asked to see a gold chain and a diamond cross. The sales associate handed the items to the subject. The subject put the two items on and asked to see a menâs diamond bracelet. The team member then hand ...
SMASH AND GRAB – GREENWOOD, IN
On 1/10/18, at approximately 2:30 p.m., a male subject inquired about diamond rings. As the sales associate was showing the subject a diamond ring, the subject displayed a knife. He grabbed the ring and fled from the store. The team leader chased the subj ...
Video: Five subjects stole $5.4 million worth of precious stones
Paris, France – On January 10, 2018, five subjects entered a high-end hotel and stole jewels from the hotel’s boutique.
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Video: Subjects assault jeweler
Fresno, CA – On January 8, 2018, two subjects pulled out a gun and pistol whipped a clerk.
GRAB AND RUN – PEARLAND, TX
On 1/9/18, at approximately 12:00 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry store and said she was looking for a diamond ring. She specifically asked to look at diamond fashion rings. Once the subject was presented with the ring, she grabbed it from the sales ass ...
Video: Witness shot after robbery
Thomasville, N.C. – On January 9, 2018, three subjects were apprehended after committing a gunpoint robbery at a jewelry store.
GRAB AND RUN – CEDAR PARK, TX
On 1/1/18, at approximately 1:40 p.m., a subject stated he was looking for a men’s diamond ring for his uncle. A second subject entered the store and said he was looking for a ring for his father. The second subject was later found to be an accomplice of ...
EMPLOYEE PISTOL WHIPPED – SCOTTSDALE, AZ
On 1/5/18, at approximately 11:15 a.m., a male and female subject entered a jewelry store and proceeded to smash a display case. They then removed jewelry. During the robbery, a struggle ensued between employees and the subjects. During the struggle, the ...
Video: $150,000 in stolen jewelry recovered after traffic stop
Fairland, OK – On January 4, 2018, at approximately 4:00 a.m., police initiated a traffic stop of a speeding vehicle. While the vehicle did briefly stop, the driver quickly drove off.
SMASH AND GRAB – NORTH OLMSTEAD, OH
On 1/4/18, at approximately 8:44 p.m., five subjects were involved in a robbery of a jewelry store. At first, a single subject entered the store and examined a display case. He briefly conversed with the sales associate. The subject then called someone on ...
Convicted murderer sentenced to 266 years in prison
New York, NY – On January 3, 2018, 27-year-old Barry White Jr. was sentenced to 266 years in prison for the murder of two San Francisco jewelry store employees.
GRAB & RUN – LOS ANGELES, CA
On 1/2/18, at approximately 2:00 p.m., a sales associate presented a subject with an engagement ring. He then asked to see another ring. He examined it, handed it back and then asked to see it again. At this time, the subject fled from the store with the ...
Precious Indian jewels stolen from exhibit
Venice, Italy – On January 3, 2018, thieves stole Indian jewels from the Al Thani Collection. The collection includes jewelry dating from India’s Mughal Empire.
Video: 77-year-old Jeweler Shot
San Francisco, CA – On December 22, 2017, at approximately 5:20 p.m., a group of four armed men went into a jewelry store and demanded that employees open a display case.
SMASH & GRAB – LOUISVILLE, KY
On 12/29/17, at approximately 7:15 p.m., a subject entered into a jewelry store. He walked through the store looking at merchandise and examined the layout of the store. He left the store shortly thereafter. At approximately 8:01 p.m., three subjects ente ...
Video: Grab and Run Thief Steals $60,000 Gold Chain
Oakland Park, FL – On December 17, 2017, a subject asked a jewelry store owner to try on a gold chain. Once the subject placed the chain on his neck, he fled from the store.
Video: $40,000 distraction theft
Clearfield, PA – On December 14, 2017, at least three subjects were involved in a distraction theft.
AKRON, OH – BURGLARS FLAG DOWN POLICE TO AVOID COLD WEATHER
On 12/27/17, at approximately 11:00 p.m., a 14-year-old and a 16-year-old secreted themselves inside of a jewelry store. After the store closed, the subjects remained inside and used hammers to break into display cases. They then took jewelry. At approxim ...
SMASH AND GRAB – SEATTLE, WA
On 12/22/17, just before 6:00 p.m., four men committed a robbery at a jewelry store. The subjects used hammers to smash display cases. They then stole several watches. The group was comprised of three Black males and one Hispanic male. If you have any inf ...
Video: $4,800 Sneak Theft
Portland, OR – On December 17, 2017, at approximately 4:20 p.m., this subject secretly removed merchandise from a jewelry case.
GRAB AND RUN – RICHMOND HEIGHTS, OH
On 12/23/17, at approximately 8:30 p.m., a subject requested to try on a gold bracelet. Once the bracelet was removed from the display case, the male placed the bracelet on his wrist. The subject then stated he wanted two of the same bracelet; one for eac ...
Video: Grandmother Thwarts Armed Robber
Houston, TX – On December 18, 2017, a subject approached a jewelry store after several employees entered the store.
Subjects use pepper spray in failed robbery attempt
New York, NY – On December 23, 2017, at approximately 11:30 a.m. three subjects attempted to rob a jewelry store.
Burglars leap 15 feet between buildings
Houston, TX – On December 23, 2017, two subjects broke into the roof of a high-end jewelry store.
SNEAK THEFT – ALABASTER, AL
On 12/14/17, a subject was at the point of sale attempting to purchase items. The sales associate called a number to determine if the female subject was an authorized user on her husband’s account. At this point, the subject grabbed the merchandise and co ...
GRAB & RUN – LUMBERTON, NC
On 12/21/17, at approximately 12:40 p.m., two male subjects entered a jewelry store. One subject said he was looking for an ID bracelet that he could get his daughterâs name engraved on. The second subject exited the store. Once the first subject was sh ...
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GRAB AND RUN – COMMERCE, CA
On December 18, 2017 at approximately 7:00 p.m., a two subjects walked around a store for fifteen minutes. When a sales associate asked the men what they were looking for, they said they were shopping for their girlfriend and mother. After examining earri ...
GRAB AND RUN – ZANESVILLE, OH
â" On 12/18/17, at approximately 8:30 p.m., a subject went to the gold showcase and asked to see chains. Once the sales associate removed the piece from the showcase, the subject grabbed it and fled from the store. He was described as a 25-year-old W ...
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Protection 1, the premier full-service business and home security company in the U.S., provides installation, maintenance, and monitoring of home and business security systems. Protection 1âs 4,000 employees have earned the company a 97% customer satisf ...
CIS Security Solutions, Inc.
CIS is providing LP Solutions for over 27 years.  Counterfeit Detection, AM/RF/RFID/EAS tags, UV/Counterfeit Detection pens, UV flashlights. Customizable: padlock tags, clamps, recoiling tethers, more.  Patents: security EAS cores, Scratch & Se ...
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i3 International supplies a reliable, cost-effective and flexible video surveillance system capable of solving complex security problems. Our full turn-key solution includes software, hardware and an industry-leading warranty! 780 Birchmount Rd, Unit 16 ...
Midwest Security Products
Midwest Security Products is a leader in securing store fixtures, key records management, and more. We specialize in facilitating access control solutions for National Retail Accounts. 3840 Herr Road Sylvania, OH 43560 Fax: 419-534-6888 Phone: 419-53 ...
Securitas Electronic Security, Inc.
Securitas Electronic Security delivers next generation security solutions and world-class alarm monitoring with comprehensive, advanced security services tailored for the complex needs of todayâs businesses. 3800 Tabs Drive Uniontown, OHÂ 44685 Phone: ...
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As pioneers in fraud prevention, we were the first company to address the pointâ"ofâ"transaction document fraud industry by designing and manufacturing breakthrough products that proved to be effective in filtering realâ"world fraudulent transaction a ...
SMASH AND GRAB – CYPRUS, TX
On 12/16/17, at approximately 6:14 p.m., three subjects entered a jewelry store and were disguised in dark colored clothing. One subject held the main door open as the other two subjects proceeded to the case containing high-end watches. The subjects bran ...
Video: Fresno Distraction Theft Subjects
Fresno, CA – On December 16, 2017, a team comprised of 6 women, one man and one baby committed a distraction theft.
GRAB AND RUN – TRUSSVILLE, AL
On 12/14/17, at approximately 9:50 a.m., a male suspect asked to see a gents ring. The sales associate removed the ring from the showcase and handed it to the suspect. Once the suspect gained possession of the ring, he fled from the store and entered a bu ...
Video: 66-year-old mother helps son commit robbery
West Palm Beach, FL – On December 12, 2017, Delia Torres, 66, was arrested, for a robbery of a traveling salesman that occurred at her home on April 21, 2017.
THEFT – TIGARD, OREGON
On 12/13/17, at approximately 6:45 p.m., three suspects approached a kiosk and asked to see gold bracelets. One of the suspect’s asked how much a bracelet would be with a discount. The sales associate then turned around to get a calculator. When she turne ...
Couple Sought in Armed Robbery – Arrested!
This couple was arrested for an armed robbery.
GRAB AND RUN – CHESAPEAKE, VA
On 12/11/17, at approximately 8:35 p.m., a subject asked to look at watches. As soon as the sales associate handed it to him he fled from the store. The subject was described as an 18-year old male. He is 5’6”. If you have any information regarding this s ...
2 Found Guilty In Violent Robbery
Lawrenceville, GA – On December 6, 2017, Jarvis and Jason Tucker were sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for a violent home invasion in 2011.
Video: Distraction thieves steal jewelry with child nearby
Stuart, FL – On December 11, 2017, two subjects took turns stealing jewelry from a display case.
DISTRACTION THEFT – MYRTLE BEACH, SC
On 12/9/17, at approximately 2:05 p.m., two male subjects inquired about engagement rings. The sales associate presented the subjects with clearance and pre-owned items. The subjects positioned themselves on either side of her. As the associate was showin ...
Subject commits gunpoint robbery
Florissant, MO – On December 11, 2017, at approximately 8:40 p.m., a subject displayed a gun and left the store with merchandise.
Thief Steals $453,000 worth of gems from jewelry store
Nanchong, China – On December 8, 2017, a subject drilled a hole into the rear wall of a gold shop. The subject escaped with 3 million yuan (US$453,300) worth of jewelry.
Couple Wanted for Distraction Theft
These subjects are wanted for a distraction theft.
SMASH AND GRAB – DUBLIN, OH
On 12/8/17, at approximately 8:55 p.m., three suspects took part in a robbery. Suspect #1 and Suspect #2 went to the closest display case which contained diamond pendants, diamond rings and diamond bracelets. They then proceeded to smash the cases with a ...
GRAB AND RUN – AUGUSTA, GA
On 12/5/17, at approximately 5:15 p.m., a suspect approached a kiosk to look at gold chains. The sales associate showed him two gold chains and a charm. When the associate turned her back to ring up the sale, the suspect took the items and fled from the s ...
Jewelry store employee charged with theft
Wilkes-Barre Twp, PA – On November 29, 2017, 26-year-old Tenisun Amber Kronmiller was arrested. She is accused of stealing a total of $250 from the register of her employer’s store on seven occasions while she worked at the store.
Detroit gang members arrested after St. Louis, MO Robbery
St. Louis, MO – On December 4, 2017, four suspects were arrested by local police and charged by the FBI for their involvement in a jewelry store robbery.
JEWELER ROBBED AT RESIDENCE – LAWRENCE, NY
On 11/30/17, at approximately 8:25 p.m., a jeweler returned to his home after visiting several jewelry stores in New York City. As he walked up to his front door, he had possession of a rolling suitcase containing $380,000 worth of jewelry. Two male subje ...
TRAVELING SALESMAN ROBBED BY FAKE COPS – TRUMBULL, CT
On 11/30/17, two suspects pretending to be police officers, pulled over a jeweler by using a police cruiser style vehicle. The suspects' vehicle was described as a dark colored sedan. It was equipped with flashing lights on the vehicle's grill. The jewele ...
RICHMOND HEIGHTS, MO – SMASH & GRAB
On 12/4/17, at approximately 9:20 p.m., four suspects ordered sales associates to the ground. Three of the suspects proceeded to smash several diamond showcases. The fourth suspect stayed at the front doors. The three suspects managed to then smash into a ...
Video: Robber Takes $700,000 In Watches
New York, NY – On December 5, 2017, at approximately 11:30 a.m., a gunman committed a smash and grab robbery at a high-end jewelry store.
Jeweler Sentenced in Money Laundering Case
Salt Lake City, UT – On December 5, 2017, National Jeweler published an article about 28-year-old Justin Christopher. Christopher recently pleaded guilty to money laundering.
Video: Parents use children to steal $30,000 in jewelry
Rogers, AR – On November 26, 2017, two parents used their child to steal jewelry from a jewelry store.
ATTEMPTED SMASH AND GRAB – HOUSTON, TX
On 12/2/17, at approximately 7:45 p.m., a suspect used a hammer and tried to smash through a jewelry case. The suspect fled when he was unable to penetrate the glass. He was described as 5'10" and 240 pounds. If you have any information regarding this inc ...
Video: Sneak Theft
Medford, OR – On November 8, 2017, at approximately 12:35 p.m., the subject in the featured video committed a sneak theft.
DISTRACTION THEFT – PENNSDALE, PA
On 11/30/17, at approximately 10:42 a.m., a male and female suspect walked directly to a gold chain spinner. The male suspect left the store and then re-entered He diverted two sales associates attention so their backs were toward the gold spinner. Meanwh ...
Wanted Distraction Theft Subjects
This subject and his accomplice are wanted for a distraction theft
Video: Gunpoint Smash & Grab Robbery
Sherman Oaks, CA – On November 30, 2017, at approximately 10:35 a.m., two men committed a gunpoint smash & grab robbery at a jewelry store. They smashed a display case and escaped with jewelry.
Video: $200,000 Rooftop Burglary
Christchurch, New Zealand – On November 26, 2017, burglar(s) ripped of a roof panel, bored a hole and then smashed through a wall before stealing jewelry.
SMASH AND GRAB – SCHAUMBURG, IL
On 11/29/17, at approximately 7:06 p.m., four suspects committed a robbery. One suspect held the door, while three suspects went directly to the back of the store. Two suspects used sledge hammers and smashed open a display case. The third acted as a look ...
Video: Suspects Wanted for Gunpoint Robbery
Austin, TX – On November 25, 2017, two suspects committed a gunpoint robbery of a jewelry store. They displayed a gun, took jewelry and then fled from the store.
GRAB AND RUN – DAYTONA BEACH, FL
On 11/25/17, at approximately 9:46 a.m., a suspect asked to see a gold chain. The sales associate then helped the suspect try it on. The suspect said "I'll take it", and then fled from the store. The suspect was described as a Black male in his early 20's ...
VIdeo: ‘Elderly’ Robbers Pepper Spray and Zip-tie Jeweler
Brookhaven, GA – On November 28, 2017, at approximately 11:20 a.m., two robbers disguised themselves as elderly men and then pepper sprayed and zip-tied a jewelry store owner and his daughter.
Video: Second Washington Smash & Grab in Three Days
Lynnwood, WA – On November 28, 2017 at approximately 5:30 p.m. two suspects used a sledgehammer to break into a display case.
GRAB AND RUN – WACO, TX
On 11/25/17, at approximately 6:30 p.m., a male suspect asked to see a chain with a matching bracelet. During the sales associate’s presentation, the suspect gained possession of both items and then fled from the store. The suspect was described as a Blac ...
Video: Distraction Team Linked to Several States
Falls Church, VA – November 28, 2017 – The Jewelers’ Security Alliance assisted the Falls Church Police Department with linking several crimes across multiple states.
Video Smash & Grab Robbery
Bellevue, WA – On November 25, 2017, two suspects used heavy rocks to smash open a display case. They then took high-end watches and fled.
GRAB AND RUN – SAN JOSE, CA
On 11/22/17, at approximately 8:35 p.m., a suspect asked to see solitaires. After selecting one, the sales associate walked the suspect to the register to calculate the item’s discount. The suspect then grabbed the ring and fled from the store. The suspec ...
Murder Conviction After Homicide Trial
New York, NY – On November 20, 2017, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York announced that a jury found 65-year-old Hector Rivera guilty of conspiring to commit murder for hire, murder for hire and using a firearm to commit murder.
GRAB AND RUN – ANCHORAGE, AK
On 11/20/17, at approximately 10:10 a.m., a suspect asked if the store had any ongoing sales. He also inquired about a watch. Once the sales associate presented the suspect with a watch. The suspect fled from the store with it. He was described as a Black ...
SWITCH – LAS VEGAS, NV
On 11/18/17, at approximately 1:00 p.m., a suspect stated she received a ring from her boyfriend but she didn’t like it and wanted to get something different. She then selected a solitaire ring. When she returned the ring, the sales associates realized th ...
Video: $500,000 Smash and Grab Robbery
Bakersfield, CA – On November 14, 2017, two suspects committed a robbery at a jewelry store.
SNEAK THEFT – SUNRISE, FL
On 11/17/17, at approximately 8:50 p.m., a male and female suspect stated they were Turkish royalty and they wanted to buy high-end watches. They looked at watches for almost forty five minutes. They then left the store after stating they needed to go get ...
Video: $500,000 Worth of Jewelry Stolen from Jewelers Car
Miami, FL – On November 11, 2017, at least two suspects were observed stealing jewelry from a jeweler’s vehicle.
DISTRACTION THEFT – DAYTON, OH
On 11/16/17, at approximately 3:30 p.m., two suspects walked into a jewelry store. One of the suspects asked to have his ring cleaned. They then asked to see diamond earrings. The sales associate proceeded to open the case, which slides out onto the sales ...
Video: More Than $1 Million Stolen in Armed Robbery
Coral Gables, FL – On November 13, 2017, at approximately 10:30 a.m., a male suspect committed a gunpoint robbery.
Video of Distraction Thieves in Action
Falls Church, VA – On November 3, 2017, a group of six transient thieves committed a distraction theft.
SNEAK THEFT – CORAL SQUARE, FL
On 11/3/17, at approximately 2:30 p.m., a sales associate presented a male subject with a gold chain. When he inquired about the price, the associate brought it to the POS station. The associate briefly left the chain unattended and turned her back. When ...
Would-be Robbers Thwarted by Reinforced Glass
Pleasanton, CA – On November 13, 2017, at approximately 8:19 p.m., six men ran into a jewelry store and immediately used a can of pepper spray to subdue an employee.
GRAB AND RUN – BLAINE, MN
On 11/13/17, at approximately 8:45 p.m., a suspect flashed a roll of $100 dollar bills. He asked to look at a gold chain. He stated that he received the cash from a recent sale of a car. The suspect then tried on the chain and gave it back to the sales as ...
SMASH AND GRAB – NOVI, MI
On 11/13/17, at approximately 7:31 p.m., three suspects committed a smash and grab robbery at a jewelry store. The three suspects used sledgehammers to break into showcases. They then grabbed merchandise and fled. If you have any information regarding the ...
Video: Brazen Gunpoint Robbery
Dripping Springs, TX – On November 11, 2017, at approximately 11:30 a.m., two suspects brandished guns and fired shots into a jewelry case.
Turkish Police Detain Colombian Nationals After $1M Robbery
Ankara, Turkey – November 13, 2017 – Turkish Police arrested four Colombian nationals who are members of an international robbery gang.
One Arrested, Two Other Suspects Sought in Robbery
Long Island, NY – On November 11, 2017, 24-year-old Keisha Payton was arrested for her involvement in a gunpoint robbery.
5 Quick Tips for Holiday Season Crime Prevention
New York, NY – On November 13, 2017, National Jeweler featured the Jewelers’ Security Alliances recommendations for thwarting Holiday crime.
SMASH AND GRAB – MORGANTON, NC
On 11/11/17, at approximately 11:20 a.m., two suspects brandished a firearm and ordered sales associates to get against the wall and face away. One of the suspects stated they were just doing this for their families. The men then each used hammers and sma ...
Video: Smash and Grab Robbery
Toledo, OH – On November 9, 2017, at approximately 6:00 p.m., five suspects committed a smash and grab robbery at a jewelry store.
SMASH AND GRAB – MADISON HEIGHTS, MI
On 11/9/17, at approximately 8:19 p.m., four suspects took part in a robbery. The first suspect propped open the vestibule door with a brick. He held it open while the second, third and fourth suspect entered the store. Once in the vestibule, the third su ...
Trio Rob Same Store Twice In One Month
These subjects committed two smash and grabs at the same store within a month.
Robber Says “You Got Me” Upon Arrest
Gilbert, AZ – On November 2, 2017, 34-year-old Charles McKinley Canaday was arrested for armed robbery after a short foot pursuit.
7 Suspects Commit Distraction Theft
This subject and her accomplices committed a theft.
DISTRACTION THEFT – WHITE PLAINS, NY
On 11/6/17, at approximately 4:30 p.m., a male and female suspect looked at rings with two small children. The sales associate showed merchandise to both adults. After the merchandise was returned to the case, a diamond band was discovered missing. An inv ...
Manhunt for 11 Suspects After Theft from Taiwan’s Jewelry & Gem Fair
Taiwan – On November 6, 2017, police in Taiwan identified 11 suspects that stole jewelry from the Taiwan Jewelry & Gem Fair.
GRAB AND RUN – ST. LOUIS, MO
On 11/7/17, at approximately 3:45 p.m., a suspect asked to see solitaire earrings. The sales associate showed him a pair of earrings. The suspect said he would be right back, but he needed to talk to a friend who knew more about diamonds. After about five ...
Video: Jeweler Arrested After Buying Stolen Items Without A Permit To Buy Jewelry
Columbia, SC – November 7, 2017 – According to the Columbia Police Department, 49-year-old Jeweler Gregory Wayne Gibson purchased $149,000 worth of stolen jewelry.
GRAB AND RUN – HANFORD, CA
On 11/6/17, at approximately 2:55 p.m., two suspects entered the store together and stated they had been together for five years and were getting engaged. They were looking for 1.5 ct. to 2.0 ct. colorless diamonds. The sales associate informed them, they ...
GRAB AND RUN – MEMPHIS, TN
On 11/5/17, at approximately 2:54 p.m., a suspect stated he was interested in seeing a bridal piece. He showed the sales associate a picture of a ring from his cell phone. The suspect sat at the bridal showcase and viewed various pieces. He never touched ...
Video: Woman stole $36,000 of jewelry
New York, NY – November 4, 2017 – The New York Police Department (NYPD) is seeking this woman’s identity.
GRAB AND RUN – GLENDALE, AZ
On 11/1/17, at approximately 4:25 p.m., a suspect approached a kiosk and asked to see several chains. When the sales associate gave them to the suspect, he asked, “Does this look nice? He then fled from the store. The suspect was described as a Hispanic m ...
GRAB AND RUN – TEMPE, AZ
On 10/31/17, at approximately 2:55 p.m., two suspects approached a kiosk. The first suspect stated he was looking for a chain to replace one he had because his daughter broke a link. He was then shown a similar chain after pointing it out. At that point, ...
GRAB AND RUN – SAN ANTONIO, TX
On 10/31/17, at approximately 8:20 p.m., a male suspect inquired about gold bracelets. The sales associate presented a bracelet. After the suspect tried the bracelet on, he fled. He is Hispanic and in his early 20’s. He is 5’6”, has brown eyes and is 140 ...
Video: Jeweler Murdered in Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ – On October 21, 2017, a suspect shot and killed a jeweler during a robbery.
GRAB AND RUN – BROCKTON, MA
On 10/30/17, at approximately 7:05 p.m., a male suspect returned to a kiosk after visiting it the previous evening. On this occasion, he requested to look at diamond rings, gold necklaces and gold bracelets. The suspect first requested to look at a diamon ...
Video: $500,000 of gems stolen from Vendors
Hillsboro, OR – On October 15, 2017, suspects’ conducted surveillance on jewelry vendors and stole their merchandise.
GRAB & RUN – PEARLAND, TX
On 10/23/17, at approximately 1:00 p.m., as a sales associate entered the store she noticed there were multiple guests waiting to be assisted. The associate then conversed with one of the suspects. The first suspect said he was interested in loose diamo ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – DEPTFORD, NJ
On 10/23/17, at approximately 5:10 p.m., a suspect inquired about chains. When the sales associate removed a chain, the suspect instructed his daughter to look at rings. As the sales associate went to assist the young girl with rings. the male concealed t ...
SMASH AND GRAB – PORTAGE, MI
On 10/25/17, at approximately 8:23 p.m., four suspects took part in a robbery. One of the suspects held open the door while the three other suspects went directly towards the showcases in the back of the store. Two of the three men had hammers. They then ...
International Jewel Thief Arrested
Collier County, FL – On October 11, 2017, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agreed to extradite Nikola Anghel to Collier County, FL to face theft charges.
SMASH AND GRAB – BURLINGTON, NC
On 10/23/17, at approximately 8:31 p.m., two suspects entered a jewelry store. The first suspect brandished a silver semi-automatic handgun with black grips. He pointed the weapon at two sales associates and demanded they turn around and place their hands ...
SMASH AND GRAB – WATERBURY, CT
On 10/21/17, at approximately 9:50 a.m., a suspect pulled out a hammer and began smashing a display case. After he smashed a hole in the glass, he grabbed several chains. He then left the hammer behind as he ran from the kiosk. The suspect was described a ...
$116,000 Smash and Grab Robbery
Chicago, IL – On October 13, 2017, two suspects committed a smash and grab robbery at a jewelry store.
DISTRACTION THEFT – LAS VEGAS, NV
On 10/19/17, at approximately 7:00 p.m., two suspects inquired about diamond rings. As the sales associate presented them with several items in the pullout case, the suspects asked questions very rapidly. Neither suspect spoke English and they were rushin ...
GRAB AND RUN – PHOENIX, AZ
On 10/17/17, at approximately 6:00 p.m., a suspect entered into a jewelry store and said he was shopping for his father’s birthday. As he looked at items, he was trying to decide between two chains. Once one of the chains was removed from the case, the su ...
ARMED ROBBERY – PORTLAND, OR
On 10/13/17, at approximately 1:16 p.m., a suspect told a sales associate he was interested in replacing his gold chains with matching chains and pendants. After trying on several chains, the suspect lifted his shirt and said “You’re going to give me thos ...
Manager Stole $50K From Jewelry Store
Coralville, IA – On October 11, 2017, 24-year-old, Troy M. Woods, was employed at a jewelry store, however, according to a criminal complaint, he stole from his employer.
ARMED ROBBERY – MIAMI, FL
On 10/12/17, at approximately 1:16 p.m., a suspect told a jewelry store associate that he was looking for a birthday gift for his mother. He stated that she likes tennis bracelets. After being presented with bracelets and discussing pricing, the suspect l ...
Infamous Jewel Thief Doris Payne Tells All
Atlanta, GA – On October 16, 2017, a judge dismissed theft charges against 86-year-old Doris Payne. Hear her recount her life and crimes.
ASSAULT AND ROBBERY – PIGEON FORGE, TN
On 10/13/17, a masked male suspect committed a gunpoint robbery of a jewelry store. The suspect entered the store at closing time and held a gun to the employee’s head. He forced him to fill up a bag with jewelry. The suspect then took the employee to a b ...
GRAB AND RUN – ASHEBORO, NC
On 10/12/17, at approximately 12:05 p.m., a suspect was shown items and filled out a credit application. He provided a Pennsylvania driver’s license, and said he was moving to North Carolina. He also stated he would be divorcing his wife. He provided a di ...
BURGLAR APPREHENDED – NORTH BEND, OR
On 10/6/17, North Bend Police were alerted to a burglar alarm at a jewelry store. Upon their arrival, officers saw a broken window in the back of the shop. They also heard movement in the store and saw a suspect attempting to hide. The police used a K-9 t ...
GRAB AND RUN – RIVERSIDE, CA
On 10/9/17, at approximately 3:30 p.m., a suspect asked to see a flawless 2 carat diamond ring. During the presentation, the customer hesitated when asked for his name. He then gave the name John. When the suspect was presented with a 2 carat diamond ring ...
Jeweler and Wife Accused of Predatory Lending to Military Servicemembers
Sacramento, CA – On October 3, 2017, the California Attorney General, Xavier Becerra outlined criminal charges against jeweler Ramil Abalkhad and his wife, Melina Abalkhad. The couple were directly admonished in a 10-page complaint.
Burglar Steals Antique Jewelry
Knoxville, TN – On October 8, 2017, a suspect stole $7,500 worth of antique jewelry from a jewelry store.
GRAB AND RUN – WILMINGTON, DE
On 10/7/17, at approximately 8:45 p.m., a suspect inquired about engagement rings. He chose two rings to compare side by side. He then fled from the store with the two rings. HE was described as a 30-year-old Black male. He is 6’4” and 180 pounds. He was ...
Six suspects escape on mopeds after burglary
Central London – On October 9, 2017, at around 7:18 p.m., six suspects armed with hammers and a machete were involved in a burglary of a high-end jewelry store.
Distraction Theft Subjects
This subject and his accomplices committed a distraction theft.
Suspect Arrested and Implicated in $4 million Jewelry Theft
San Antonio, TX – On October 3, 2017, 44-year-old Demond Finister, was arrested for his involvement in a $200,000 burglary.
SMASH AND GRAB – GRAND RAPIDS, MI
on 10/6/17, at approximately 8:39 p.m., two suspects entered a jewelry store with small hammers. The suspects went to the diamond showcase and proceeded to smash the top of the case. Both suspects removed merchandise from the case. They then fled the stor ...
GRAB AND RUN – HOUSTON, TX
On 10/5/17, at approximately 12:26 p.m., two suspects visited a jewelry store. One of the suspects was on his cellphone and told the sales associate they were looking and would let the associate know when they were ready to view an item. The suspects stop ...
Jewelry Courier Stabbed in Daytime Robbery
Bellevue, WA – On October 5, 2017, a jewelry courier was stabbed and sustained serious injuries during a violent robbery.
DIAMOND SWITCH – FAYETTEVILLE, GA
On 10/4/17, at approximately 7:42 p.m., a female suspect asked to see a diamond ring. After she examined the ring, she gave it back and asked to see another ring. After quickly looking at the second ring, the suspect returned it. The sales associate knew ...
GRAB AND RUN – LANSING, MI
On 10/2/17, at approximately 8:40 p.m., a suspect inquired about bridal rings and stated that he wanted to upgrade his girlfriend’s ring. The suspect asked several questions regarding the quality of the diamond. The suspect asked to see two of the largest ...
GRAB AND RUN – WEATHERFORD, TX
On 9/30/17, at approximately 7:40 p.m., a male suspect asked to see chains with a gold cross. The sales associate allowed him to compare both chains and crosses at the same time. As soon as the suspect had possession of the items, he fled from the store. ...
Robbers Steal 197 Million Yen from Jewelry Salesmen
Bangkok, Thailand – On October 2, 2017, two jewelers were robbed of over 197 million yen ($1.7 million USD) in cash.
SNEAK THEFT – RICHMOND HEIGHTS, MO
On 9/28/17, at approximately 5:45 p.m., an elderly couple asked a sales associate to look at a piece they previously viewed. The sales associate did not remember the couple and showed them several items before the male went to wait in the mall for the wom ...
Well Dressed Burglary Suspect Arrested
Oceanside, CA – On September 26, 2017, 30-year-old Edward Torrison was arrested for his involvement in several burglaries.
SNEAK THEFT – JACKSONVILLE, FL
On 9/25/17, at approximately 4:15 p.m., a suspect asked to look at earrings. After the sales associate placed a ring on the counter pad, the guest pointed to a different pair of diamond earrings in the showcase. After the associate reached into the showca ...
Five Subjects Indicted for Robbing Traveling Salesman
Cincinnati, OH – On September 22, 2017, five suspects were indicted for their involvement in a robbery of a traveling salesmen in Monroeville, PA.
GRAB AND RUN – RICHMOND, VA
On 9/22/17, at approximately 2:55 p.m., a suspect said he was shopping for an anniversary gift for his mother. He requested to see bridal sets. The sales associate had two bridal sets on a counter pad. Â The sales associate turned her back to look up the ...
JEWELER MISCONDUCT – AUSTIN, TX
On 9/25/17, two jewelry store customers called police and reported that the store manager would not return their Rolex after they were dropped off for repair. According to the customers, the manager; 45-year-old Sean Thomas provided numerous excuses as to ...
ARMED ROBBERY – DAVENPORT, FL
On 9/25/17, at approximately 7:26 p.m., a suspect asked to see gold chains and bracelets. The staff was suspicious because the suspect wore what appeared to be a fake mustache. He was also wearing an arm brace. The suspect asked to see gold items, however ...
UPS Warehouse Supervisor Arrested for Jewelry Thefts
Riviera Beach, FL – On September 21, 2017, a UPS supervisor was arrested for stealing packages containing jewelry.
SMASH AND GRAB – ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, FL
On 9/21/17, at approximately 9:00 p.m., two suspects entered a store, one brandished a handgun. The other suspect held a small hatchet. The two men went directly to the gold showcase. One of the suspects smashed the front glass of the showcase, pulled out ...
BURGLARY – DURANGO, CO
Between 9/12/17 and 9/13/17, burglars stole 300 pieces of Native American jewelry from a business. The suspects forced entry into the building. They broke off the locks on cases and then stole Navajo and Zuni bracelets and necklaces. According to investig ...
Two Employees Shot in Armed Robbery
Highland, CA – On September 21, 2017, at approximately 11:00 a.m., three male suspects entered a store and bypassed its security door.
Chilean Jewelry Crime Gang Arrested in Sydney
Sydney, Australia – On September 19, 2017, two suspects were arrested for their involvement in a gang that stole over $600,000 worth of jewelry in Sydney.
Burglary Captured on Video
Virginia Beach, VA – On September 20, 2017, at approximately 3:12 a.m., two suspects were captured ransacking a jewelry store.
GUNPOINT ROBBERY – NEWARK, NJ
On 9/19/17, at approximately 11:50 a.m., a male suspect committed a gunpoint robbery. The suspect brandished a handgun and ordered a sales associate to give him cash and jewelry. The associate complied and the suspect fled with merchandise. The suspect th ...
GRAB AND RUN – DOWNEY, CA
On 9/19/17, at approximately 6:25 p.m., a suspect inquired about a 2 ct diamond ring. The sales associate informed him that they did not have one in stock, but it could be ordered. The sales associate and suspect then conversed and the associate showed th ...
Video: Suspects Steal 3,000 in Distraction Theft
Brooklyn, NY – On September 15, two suspects were captured committing a distraction theft.
GRAB AND RUN – LAS VEGAS, NV
On 9/16/17, at approximately 11:25 a.m., a suspect asked if stones in a ring were diamonds. The sales associate confirmed they were. The suspect tried on several rings and walked around a kiosk. The suspect asked which finger it looked best on. After th ...
Video: Suspect stole $1,000 ring
Albuquerque, N.M. – On September 15, 2017, a suspect was captured on surveillance concealing a handful of necklaces.
ARMED ROBBERY – CAMP HILL, PA
On 9/15/17, at approximately 9:00 p.m., a suspect selected four items. He said he was waiting for his girlfriend to bring him his card. He spoke on the phone multiple times and said he would return with his card. The manager told mall security that the st ...
DISTRACTION – LAKEWOOD, CA
On 9/7/17, at approximately 2:37 p.m., two suspects stood on each side of a sales associate. As the sales associate presented items from an unlocked showcase, the first suspect reached in the showcase two times to point at merchandise. While the associate ...
Suspect sentenced to 77 years after robbing over a dozen jewelry stores
On September 13, 2017, a man who mingled with celebrities and drove luxury cars was sentenced to 77 years in prison for his involvement in at least 14 jewelry store robberies in Austin, TX, Houston, TX and Ohio in 2014 and 2015.
Video: Smash and Grab Robbery
Santa Ana, CA – On September 13, 2017, two suspects took part in a smash and grab robbery.
GRAB AND RUN – GREELEY, CO
On 9/13/17, at approximately 5:08 p.m., a suspect went to a watch case and said he was interested in one of the watches. He then requested to see a diamond bracelet. He stated he wanted to get one for himself and his mother. After a considerable amount of ...
Suspects arrested after committing 10 armed robberies
Durham, NC – On September 12, 2017, 25-year-old Ramonte Hershell Pettiford was arrested for committing at least 10 robberies. Three out of the ten robberies occurred at pawn shops that sell jewelry.
Jeweler murdered in the Philippines
Olongapo, Philippines – On September 12, 2017, a 55-year-old jeweler was shot and killed by two masked men.
BURGLARY – CHARLESTON, SC
On 9/11/17, at approximately 7:30 p.m., a suspect burglarized a jewelry store during Hurricane Irma. The suspect broke through the front door and two glass jewelry cases were broken. According to the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office, a concerned citizen ...
Man Pleads Guilty in $9M Jewelry Scheme Run from Prison
New York, NY – On September 8, 2017 National Jeweler outlined a $9 million fraud perpetrated against the Jewelry Industry.
How the FBI Took Down a Gang of Really Bad Jewel Thieves
New York, NY – On September 8, 2017, JCK Magazine published an article about a group of jewel thieves arrested by the FBI.
GRAB AND RUN – BEAVERTON, OR
On 9/8/17, at approximately 6:06 p.m., a suspect looked at Bracelets. The sales associate presented a Yellow Gold bracelet. Once the bracelet was on his wrist, he fled from the store. He was described as a Hispanic male in his early 20’s. He is 5’6” and w ...
Video: Trio stole $32,000 worth of jewelry
Trumbull, CT – On September 2, 2017, three suspects committed a distraction theft.
GRAB AND RUN – MIDDLETOWN, NY
On 9/8/17, at approximately 6:30 p.m., a male and female suspect approached a kiosk. The female asked to look at a ring identical to the one the male was wearing. After she was presented with the ring, the female grabbed it and fled in the mall. When the ...
SNEAK THEFT – MYRTLE BEACH, SC
On 9/7/17, at approximately 3:17 p.m., a suspect asked to see several items very quickly. When the sales associate presented a tray of items, he distracted the associate by asking to see a bracelet the associate was wearing. At that point, he was able to ...
GRAB AND RUN – BARBOURSVILLE, W.V.
On 9/6/17, at approximately 8:45 p.m., a suspect asked to see chains. He was shown chains, nut stated they were not heavy enough. After examining two chains, he only returned one. The suspect stated he did not have the chain and opened his hands. However, ...
GRAB AND RUN – MANCHESTER, NH
On 9/4/17, at approximately 7:45 p.m., three suspects were looking at diamond rings. One of the suspects  wanted to compare two of the rings. The sales associate had both items in her possession, when the suspect asked to see a third item. When the assoc ...
Armed Robbers Storm Into Jewelry Store
Elizabeth, NJ – On September 4, 2017, four suspects came into a jewelry store and brandished guns at the store’s owners.
Burglars Tunnel into Pawn Shop
Louisville, KY – On September 1, 2017, at approximately 2:30 a.m., three suspects were in the process of trying to escape with jewelry when they were arrested.
Diamond Switch Couple Arrested
Waco, TX – On September 4, 2017, 35-year-old, David Luis Sixtos turned himself into authorities at the Mclennan County Jail.
DISTRACTION THEFT – COMMERCE, GA
On 9/3/17, at approximately 6:15 p.m., a male and female suspect discovered a showcase door that was left unlocked. While the sales associates were assisting other guests, the female gave the male a dark colored jacket/shirt that was used to cover the top ...
$300,000 in Jewelry Stolen from Art Show Vendors
Portland, OR – On September 2, 2017, two jewelers had their merchandise stolen from their unattended vehicle after taking part in an Art Show.
GRAB AND RUN – BALTIMORE, MD
On 8/25/17, at approximately 11:45 a.m., a suspect stated he needed jewelry that matched for an event. He spent almost an hour looking at merchandise and conversing with the sales associate to make her feel comfortable. He said he didn't like the way he w ...
CHAIN SWITCH – JACKSON, MI
On 8/20/17, at approximately 2:00 p.m., a suspect stated she wanted to exchange her girlfriends rope chain. The sales associate removed a chain from the case and handed it to the suspect. At that point, another customer asked a question and the sales asso ...
GRAB AND RUN – SYRACUSE, NY
On 8/26/17, at approximately 7:10 p.m., a suspect picked out a pair of earrings and tried on a necklace. Once the suspect had the necklace put on by the sales associate, he grabbed the earrings and fled from the store. A second suspect was with him. He al ...
INTERNAL THEFT – MONROE, LA
On 8/25/17, a former manager of a jewelry store was arrested. 35-year-old Katrina Garrett has been charged with felony theft after allegedly stealing $18,000 from the store. On 8/24/17, police launched an investigation. Their findings revealed that Garret ...
GRAB AND RUN – ALBEMARIE, NC
On 8/26/17, at approximately 5:25 p.m., a female suspect was greeted upon entering a store. At first she declined help, but ended up at a ring counter. As soon as she was handed a ring, she said “I gotta go” and then fled from the store. The suspect was d ...
Video: Professional Thieves
Shawnee, KS – On August 20, 2017, three women committed a sneak theft and stole vintage and antique items.
GRAB AND RUN – WILMINGTON, DE
On 8/24/17, at approximately 8:26 p.m., a suspect asked to see a gold bracelet and a watch. As soon as the merchandise was placed onto the counter, the suspect took the items and fled from the store. He was described as a 25-year-old White male. He has re ...
Three burglaries in one night
Loveland, CO – On August 24, 2017, two jewelry stores were burglarized. A third jewelry store was burglarized 47 miles away in Westminster, CO.
GRAB AND RUN – COLUMBIA, SC
On 8/23/17, at approximately 8:30 p.m., two suspects said they were looking for a men’s ring. The female suspect pointed at the largest ring in the showcase and asked the male if he liked it. The sales associate took the ring out and handed it to the fema ...
Three Suspects Arrested for Gunpoint Robbery
San Francisco, CA – On August 15, 2017, three suspects were arrested for their involvement in a robbery of a jewelry store.
INTERNAL THEFT – NATCHEZ, MS
On 8/11/17, police arrested a former jewelry store employee for embezzlement. 43-year-old Jennifer Joanne Waller is accused of embezzling at least $10,000 worth of jewelry from her former employer. She was charged with embezzlement and held on a $25,000 b ...
SMASH AND GRAB ROBBERY – HIALEAH, FL
On 8/19/17, at approximately 4:40 p.m., a 30-year-old male suspect was buzzed into a store by the owner. The suspect held open the door as his two accomplices walked into the store with a gun. One of the suspects pointed the gun at the owner, while anothe ...
Video: Traveling Salesman’s Jewelry Stolen
Lauderhill, FL – On August 15, 2017, thieves conducted surveillance on a traveling salesman and then stole his jewelry.
CARSON, CA – GRAB AND RUN
On 8/19/17, at approximately 4:02 p.m., a sales associate assisted a suspect in viewing diamond rings. The suspect then exited the store and went to an adjacent jewelry store. He  returned 10 minutes later. When the suspect returned he asked to see a rin ...
Video: Woman Diverts $100,000 Package of Jewelry
Oklahoma City, OK – On August 10, 2017, a female suspect used a fake ID to have a package with diamonds diverted to a new location.
GRAB AND RUN – KOKOMO, IN
On 8/15/17, at approximately 3:15 p.m., a suspect stated he was going to a concert over the weekend and wanted to see chains. The suspect was presented with several chains. He was shown a $300 charm and stated that it was too expensive. He wanted to see a ...
GRAB AND RUN – GLENDALE, AZ
On 8/16/17, at approximately 8:45 p.m., two suspects approached the kiosk and asked to see gold chains. As the manager began to provide assistance, the suspects asked if the chains were gold filled, gold plated or solid. After the manager showed one of th ...
Homicide Suspects – Arrested
This subject and his accomplice were arrested for a jeweler’s murder.
Video: Robbers on Mopeds Steal Jewelry
West London – On August 16, 2017 at approximately 10:35 a.m., six suspects stole jewelry and then escaped on mopeds.
Brazen Gunpoint Robbery – Suspect Arrested
This suspect committed a gunpoint robbery.
Couple Wanted for Jewelry Thefts in PA & NJ
This subject committed a theft with his accomplice.
SMASH AND GRAB – STANTON, CA
On 8/14/17, at approximately 6:15 p.m., four black males committed a robbery. The suspects used a sledgehammer to smash open a display case. They then fled with thousands of dollars worth of jewelry. The suspects were observed fleeing in a green Nissan or ...
SMASH AND GRAB – MEMPHIS, TN
On 8/15/17, four individuals committed a smash and grab robbery. Upon entering the store, the suspects smashed showcases with crow bars and removed high end watches. If you have any information regarding the identities of the suspects involved, please con ...
GRAB AND RUN – ST. JOSEPH, MO
On 8/11/17, at approximately 8:30 p.m., two males and a female approached a kiosk. The males asked to look at several chains. The first suspect tried on a chain and asked if the Jesus crucifix would fit on the chain. The charm was put on the chain and the ...
Video: Suspects Steal over $100K in Smash and Grab
Memphis, TN – On August 11, 2017 three suspects smashed through glass showcases and took jewelry valued at over $100,000.
Video: Vehicle Smash Burglary
Longmont, CO – On August 9, 2017, at approximately 1:45 a.m., three suspects used a stolen Jeep to crash into a jewelry store.
GRAB AND RUN – DAVENPORT, IA
On 8/9/17, at approximately 1:10 p.m., a suspect asked to look at gold chains. He was shown one gold chain and then another. The suspect asked for help trying on the chain. After he tried on the chain he removed it and gave it back to the sales associate. ...
GRAB AND RUN – EL CAJON, CA
On 8/9/17, at approximately 1:35 p.m., a suspect requested to see a CZ Jesus pendant. The sales associate removed the piece. The suspect then asked to see the chain. The associate informed him that she could only show one piece at a time. As she went to p ...
Video: Motorcycle Robbery Crew
Hickory, NC – On August 9, 2017, at approximately 10:00 a.m., two suspects wearing motorcycle helmets ran into a store and brandished guns.
ATTEMPTED SMASH AND GRAB – TUKWILA, WA
On 8/8/17, at approximately 1:30 p.m., four men and one woman stormed their way into a jewelry store. They carried hammers and began smashing display cases. They were unable to penetrate the glass to remove merchandise. All suspects were Black. According ...
ARMED ROBBERY – CHERRY HILL, NJ
On 8/7/17, at approximately 4:10 p.m., a male suspect requested to see engagement rings. The sales associate presented him rings. The suspect then asked to see loose stones. He demanded to see multiple pieces at a time. When the associate refused, the sus ...
Video: Jeweler’s Son Murdered After Chasing Thieves
Fresno, CA – On August 5, 2017, 22-year-old Christopher Leon was shot and killed trying to fend off thieves at his mother’s jewelry store.
BURGLARY – JOLIET, IL
On 8/4/17, at approximately 5:00 a.m., a suspect brandishing a hammer smashed his way into a jewelry store. The suspect only spent 30 seconds in the store before he fled with merchandise. The suspect appears to be in his mid 20’s. He was wearing a dark ja ...
GRAB AND RUN – SAN DIEGO, CA
On 7/31/17, at approximately 6:50 p.m., the suspect entered the store and inquired about the store's closing time. The suspect returned at approximately 7:55 p.m., and began browsing the store. He eventually tried on a ½ carat ring and then returned it. A ...
GRAB AND RUN – SYRACUSE, NY
On 8/2/17, at approximately 9:00 p.m., a suspect was shown a diamond cross pendant. She grabbed the pendant and fled from the mall. She was described as a 30-year-old Black male. She is 6’0” tall and weighs 240 lbs. She also has a short haircut and a blac ...
Video: Vehicle Smash Burglary
Dearborn, MI – On August 2, 2017, at approximately 4:43 a.m., a team of suspects backed their truck into a jewelry store.
GRAB AND RUN – ALBUQUERQUE, NM
On 7/25/17, at approximately 1:00 p.m., a suspect approached a sales associate and asked to see men’s chains. The sales associate presented two chains to the suspect. The suspect put them around his neck and asked to see a bracelet. The associate handed h ...
Suspect Arrested For Attempting to Defraud Jewelry Store
Canton, GA – On July 31, 2017, 44-year-old Joseph Vanucci was arrested after attempting to purchase $5,000 worth of jewelry.
5 Things to Know about Jewelry Crime So Far This Year
New York, NY – On August 2, 2017, National Jeweler published an article outlining the five most evident facts regarding jewelry crime this year.
GRAB AND RUN – FRIENDSWOOD, TX
On 7/30/17, at approximately 3:45 p.m., a suspect inquired about men’s chains. The sales associate presented the suspect with a chain. The suspect put the chain on his neck and immediately fled from the store. He entered into a Silver Hyundai Sonata with ...
Crime Statistics for the First Half of 2017
New York, NY – On July 31, 2017, JCK Magazine featured an article on the Jewelers’ Security Alliance’s crime statistics for the first half of 2017.
Video: Smooth-Talking Jewelry Thief
Birmingham, MI- On July 26 and July 28, 2017, a suspect stole jewelry from two locations. Police described him as smooth talking.
Video: Jewelry Store Owner Recounts Fatal Shootout
Houston, TX – On July 25, 2017, an owner engaged in a shootout with three robbers after being pistol whipped.
SMASH AND GRAB – NOVATO, CA
On 7/30/17, at approximately 10:10 a.m., three suspects entered a store wearing surgical masks. They went directly towards the jewelry display cases. They proceeded to use a hammer to smash display cases. They stole jewelry and then fled from the store to ...
DIAMOND SWITCH – DURHAM, NC
On 7/25/17, at approximately 1:22 p.m., a suspect stated he was looking for a ring for his girlfriend. He said his name was Damon. He looked at three stones. The third stone was placed on the mounting for viewing. During the presentation, the suspect bump ...
GRAB AND RUN – MESA AZ
On 7/26/17, at approximately 5:55 p.m., a suspect asked to see gold chains. He specifically asked to see 14 Karat gold chains. He stated his budget was $2200. The sales associate informed him there was one chain in the store that was within his budget. Th ...
Video: Smash and Grab Robbery Fail
Selangor, Malaysia – On July 24, 2017, a group of robbers stormed into a jewelry store in Selangor, Malaysia. They proceeded to smash polycarbonate display cases with hammers, to no avail.
Five Criminals Arrested for Death of Traveling Salesman
Dallas, TX – On July 25, 2017, the Dallas FBI issued a press release outlining the criminal activity of an organized South American theft group from Colombia that targeted traveling jewelry salespersons.
Suspects Arrested for Multiple Gunpoint Robberies in Georgia
Atlanta, GA – On July 26, 2017, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Conyers Police Department arrested two suspects for their involvement in a $700,000 gunpoint robbery on April 18, 2017.
GRAB AND RUN – SAN ANTONIO, TX
On 7/25/17, at approximately 3:20 p.m., a suspect approached the kiosk and asked to see gold chains. After the sales associates presented a chain to the suspect, he told her it was too short. He then asked to see a longer chain. As the associate was remov ...
Video: Jeweler Kills Robber in Shootout
Houston, TX – On July 25, 2017, three armed suspects stormed into a jewelry store. They demanded cash and pistol whipped the owner, before he shot two of them.
GRAB AND RUN – TAUNTON, MA
On 7/25/17, at approximately 12:15 p.m, a male suspect asked to see a 26" gold chain. The sales associate removed the chain from the showcase and presented it to the suspect. The suspect asked if he could try on the chain. Once the suspect had the chain c ...
Guard Shot in Robbery
Trinidad and Tobago – On July 24, 2017, three men came into a jewelry store, jumped over the display cases and took trays of rings and chains.
England – Attempted Credit Fraud
Great Yarmouth, England – On July 12, 2017, this suspect and an accomplice attempted to purchase multiple high-end watches using a stolen credit card.
GRAB AND RUN – STATEN ISLAND, NY
On 7/20/17, at approximately 5:30 p.m., a male suspect requested to see a gold chain. A sales associate gave him a gold chain from the showcase and he tried it on. He then asked to see a crucifix pendant. The suspect asked the sales associate to put the p ...
Jeweler Charged in Multi-Million Dollar Fraud
Providence, R.I. – On July 20, 2017, 51-year-old jeweler Gerald Kent, was formally accused of defrauding a debtor finance company of more than $3.6 million dollars.
ARMED SMASH AND GRAB ROBBERY – HOUSTON, TX
On 7/19/17, at approximately 3:28 p.m., four male suspects stormed into a store with masks and gloves. They used sledgehammers to smash showcases and instructed sales associates not to move. The suspects smashed ten cases during the robbery. They proceede ...
Video: Robbers Pepper Spray Employee
Antioch, CA – On July 19, 2017, at approximately 11:20 a.m., four suspects entered a store and committed a smash and grab.
SNEAK THEFT – FLORENCE, KY
On 7/17/17, a suspect said there was a chain on hold for him, however, he did not provide a name. He stated the chain was a 24” or 26” yellow gold chain. The sales associate pulled out a box containing chains from the under stock and placed it on the coun ...
GRAB AND RUN – SAN BRUNO, CA
On 7/17/17, at approximately 4:25 p.m., a suspect approached the kiosk and asked to try on a gold chain. After the suspect tried it on, he fumbled with it and dropped it on the floor. The suspect went on the ground to retrieve the chain. He then handed th ...
Former Employee Arrested for $150K Theft
New Canaan, CT – On July 14, 2017 30-year-old Pierce Shortell was charged with first degree larceny.
SNEAK THEFT – BEACHWOOD, OH
On 7/14/17, at approximately 8:15 p.m., a suspect stated he wanted to buy his daughter a ring. The suspect was shown several rings from the case. During the presentation, the suspect was handed a princess cut ring. He then asked to view a second ring. The ...
GRAB AND RUN – PHOENIX, AZ
On 7/13/17, at approximately 8:45 p.m., a suspect said he was in the store a few days prior and looked at items. He then said he wanted to see the chain examined before. He put it on and then fled from the mall. He was described as a Hispanic male in his ...
6 Killed in Jewelry Store Robbery
La Paz, Bolivia – On July 13, 2017, four armed suspects, some carrying machine guns, robbed a jewelry store.
Suspects tied up employees then fled on moped
Okemos, MI – On July 10, 2017, at approximately 10:00 a.m., 22-year-old Nicholas Beauman and 20-year-old Cosette Shreve committed an armed robbery.
Video: 5 Suspects commit two burglaries in same night
Zephyrhills, FL – On July 13, 2017, at approximately 4:00 a.m., five masked suspects broke into two jewelry stores.
Round Rock Jewelry Store Robbers Captured
Round Rock, TX – On July 12, 2017, Bryan Everage, 31 and Elkanah Hendrix, 35, committed a robbery shortly before noon and held employees at gunpoint.
SHOT FIRED IN ROBBERY – ROUND ROCK, TX
On 7/12/17, shortly before noon, two male suspects committed a gunpoint robbery. The suspects held employees at gunpoint. One of the suspects forced an employee to the back of the store to access the safe. At that point, one of the suspects fired a single ...
GRAB AND RUN – SAN DIEGO, CA
On 6/11/17, at approximately 10:35 a.m., a suspect stated he was looking for an engagement ring. He told the sales associates he had $800 to spend and asked about the credit program. The sales associates then showed him several items. The suspect said “so ...
GRAB AND RUN – MONROE, OH
On 7/10/17, at approximately 8:45 p.m., a suspect stated he just turned 30-years-old and wanted to see high-end watches. The sales associate removed a watch from the case. The suspect was then taken to an area to see the watch in a mirror. As he was walki ...
GRAB AND RUN – PHOENIX, AZ
On 7/8/17, at approximately 2:25 p.m., a suspect went to the gold case. He stated he was in the store before and looked at chains. The sales associate removed a chain from the case for the suspect to try on. Once the chain was around the suspect’s neck, h ...
Video: Smash and Grab Robbery
Santa Ana, CA – On June 18, 2017, three suspects smashed a display cases and stole jewelry.
GRAB AND RUN – TEXAS CITY, TX
On 7/7/17, at approximately 9:20 a.m., a suspect inquired about gold chains. The sales associate presented chains and the suspect said the chains were too thin. The associate then presented a Cuban link chain. During the presentation, the suspect asked to ...
Violent Robber Arrested
Fresno, CA – On July 6, 2017, Jorge Albert Aquino was arrested for his involvement in a gunpoint robbery of a jewelry store in Caruthers, CA
SNEAK THEFT – ORANGEBURG, SC
On 7/3/17, at approximately 2:00 p.m., a male and female suspect inquired about rings. The sales associate showed the suspects a ring and asked the male suspect to fill out a credit application. The female then asked to see several rings. During that proc ...
DISTRACTION THEFT- SANFORD, FL
On 7/1/17, at approximately 4:00 p.m., three females committed a distraction theft. The first suspect complained to sales associates about a defective belly button ring and demanded that it be replaced. However, she did not have the ring with her. The sec ...
DISTRACTION – MAPLEWOOD, MN
On 6/26/17, at approximately 8:00 p.m., a female suspect inquired about merchandise, return policies and warranties, while the male requested to see items at the same time. As the sales associate was explaining the policies to the female, she was showing ...
GRAB AND RUN – PUEBLO, CO
On 6/28/17, at approximately 1:15 p.m., a suspect asked to see menâs watches. The sales associate brought him to the watch counter and he selected a watch. Once he had the watch on his wrist, he asked to see another watch to compare  the two. The sales ...
Watch Dealer Sentenced for Fencing
London, England – On June 23, 2017 a watch dealer was sentenced to 18 months imprisonment for selling stolen property.
Widespread scam hits diamond, jewelry and watch industry
New York, NY – On June 29, 2017, the Jewelers’ Security Alliance released a special alert outlining a widespread fraud targeting the jewelry industry. Click the JSA logo to find out more information.
Grab and Run Thief
Gloucestershire, England – On June 10, 2017, at 2:00 p.m., this suspect pushed through two associates before grabbing ring and fleeing the store.
Brazen Armed Robbery
Barnstead, United Kingdom – On June 16, 2017, at approximately 2:15 p.m., six suspects on four mopeds committed a robbery.
GRAB AND RUN – HOUSTON, TX
On 6/21/17, at approximately 5:45 p.m., a suspect inquired about watches. During the presentation, the suspect agreed to complete a credit application and was approved. After he was approved for credit, he asked to view gold chains. The sales associate al ...
Video: Switch Theft Couple
Moore, OK – On June 24, 2017 a couple committed a CZ (cubic zirconia) switch. This is at least the fourth similar crime they have committed.
Credit Card Fraud Thwarted
Princeton, NJ – On June 26, 2017, this suspect attempted to purchase a high-end watch by using a fraudulent credit card. See the steps the store took to thwart this theft and have the suspect arrested.
FRAUD THWARTED – PRINCETON, NJ
On 6/26/17, at approximately 5:40 p.m., a man inquired if a store sold high-end watches. He said he wanted to get his son a watch and asked if the store had any in the $5000 range. The sales associate felt uncomfortable and communicated non-verbally to an ...
ARMED ROBBERY – OMAHA, NE
On 6/26/17, two male suspects entered the store by making a hole in the wall in the storeâs backroom. It is unknown when access was made. At approximately 9:35 a.m., when two sales associates arrived to open the business, one associate went to the backr ...
Transient Switch Theft Couple
This couple has committed multiple thefts across state lines.
GRAB AND RUN – DAWSONVILLE, GA
On 6/22/17, at approximately 6:28 p.m., two male suspects looked at watches. After looking at several watches, one of the suspects went towards a showcase containing high-end watches. The suspect asked to see the watch. When the watch was removed from the ...
JSA Notifies Jewelry Industry of Shipping Scam
New York, NY – On June 23, 2017 JCK Magazine published an article featuring the Jewelers’ Security Alliance’s advice on preventing shipping scams.
Six person distraction team
Glendale, CA – On June 15, 2017, at approximately 6:15 p.m., a team of thieves perpetrated a distraction theft.
Video: Jewelry store burglary
Columbia, SC – On June 17, 2017, a male suspect broke into a store and stole 26 pairs of gold earrings.
DISTRACTION THEFT – MESQUITE, TX
On 6/20/17, at approximately 9:00 p.m., a male and female suspect distracted sales associates. The suspects positioned themselves so the sales associates had their backs to the office area. A third suspect then surreptitiously entered the store and then l ...
CREDIT CARD FRAUD – DURHAM, NC
On 6/9/17, at approximately 6:25 p.m., a couple was shopping for a bracelet for the female. The bracelet was paid for by the male with a fraudulent Visa credit card. The male suspect is a very light skinned Black male. He is approximately 6’0” tall and we ...
GRAB AND RUN – STATESBORO, GA
On 6/19/17, at approximately 6:27 p.m., one male suspect approached a showcase. He requested to see a bracelet. Once the bracelet was removed from the showcase, he asked to see a gold chain. The sales associate informed the suspect that she could only rem ...
GRAB AND RUN – LAKEWOOD, CA
On 6/19/17, at approximately 11:21 a.m., the sales associate assisted a suspect in viewing rings. During the presentation, the suspect held a ring and said “I’ll take it.” He then fled from the store. The suspect was described as a 6’2” black male. He wei ...
Burglar arrested following $100,000 jewelry theft
Tucson, AZ – In May 2017, 18-year-old Henry Lopez, and his accomplice secreted themselves inside a department store.
BURGLARY – TN
On 6/7/17, employees discovered that a burglary took place overnight. The suspect(s) escaped with 10,000 pieces of Pandora jewelry. If you come in contact with someone selling or in possession of Pandora jewelry, please contact the Jewelers’ Security Alli ...
Employee steals jewelry on his first day of work
New York, NY – On June 8, 2017, 24-year-old Michael Raftu was caught stealing jewelry on his first day of work.
GUNPOINT ROBBERY – CARUTHERS, CA
On 6/9/17, at approximately 10:20 a.m., a sales associate was tied up and held at gunpoint. Two male suspects then stole tens of thousands of dollars in jewelry from display cases. A third suspect waited outside in a newer model, black Mercedes-Benz. The ...
GRAB AND RUN – SOUTHAVEN, MS
On 6/13/17, at approximately 4:42 p.m., a male and female suspect inquired about diamond rings. After several minutes the female left and the male continued to look at rings. The male then left and said he wanted to look for items at other jewelry stores. ...
GRAB AND RUN – SUGAR LAND, TX
On 6/13/17, at approximately 12:00 p.m., two suspects were assisted by a sales associate. Â One of the suspects stated he was shopping for his girlfriend because it was her birthday and their anniversary. The sales associate presented merchandise to the f ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – EDISON, NJ
On 6/11/17, at approximately 6:40 p.m., a female suspect approached a sales associate and asked to see gold chains. After the female was shown gold chains, a male suspect approached the female suspect and assisted her in looking at gold chains. The sales ...
SNEAK THEFT – ROTTERDAM, NY
On 6/7/17, at approximately 10:15 a.m., a male suspect inquired about children’s bracelets. The manager removed the entire tray of jewelry from the display case. At some point during the conversation, the suspect concealed a bracelet. After the suspect le ...
Credit Card Fraud Arrest
New York, NY – On June 8, 2017, this suspect used a fraudulent credit card to purchase jewelry.
ARLINGTON, TX – GRAB AND RUN
On 6/4/17, at approximately 3:40 p.m., a suspect inquired about a diamond cross. After the suspect gained possession of the ring, he told the sales associate he would take it. The suspect then exited the store and told the sales associate " Do not touch m ...
SNEAK THEFT – VALLEY STREAM, NY
On 6/6/17, at approximately 5:15 p.m., a male suspect inquired about several pieces of jewelry. After observing merchandise, the suspect stated he would like to buy three pieces. The sales associate put the merchandise on the counter. At that point, the s ...
GRAB AND RUN – ONTARIO, CA
On 6/4/17, a suspect returned to a store and asked to have his earrings placed in the cleaner. At this point, the suspect was greeted by another associate who recognized him from a previous visit to the store. The suspect then purchased a jewelry cleaner. ...
Jeweler fires shots at thief
Columbus, OH – On June 3, 2017 at approximately 2:00 p.m., a suspect grabbed a watch and fled from a store. The jeweler pursued the suspect and opened fire.
GRAB AND RUN – TUKWILA, WA
On 6/1/17, at approximately 8:02 p.m., a suspect inquired about rings. After looking at rings, the suspect selected one and then fled from the store. The suspect was described as a 24-year-old Hispanic Female. She is 5â2â tall and weighs 200Â pounds. ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – MOLINE, IL
On 5/31/17, at approximately 8:55 p.m., a suspect requested to see items and then asked for the opinions of both associates. As the two associates assisted the female, their backs were to an open backroom. At that point, a male suspect entered the store a ...
SNEAK THEFT – EDISON, NJ
On 5/30/17, at approximately 11:30 a.m., a suspect inquired about rings. He told the sales associate he was considering doing a trade in. He then asked to see earrings. As the jewelry consultant turned her back to put away earrings, the suspect concealed ...
GRAB AND RUN – CAGUAS, PUERTO RICO
On 5/27/17, at approximately 10:30 a.m., a suspect asked if the Roberto Martinez chains were gold. The sales associate stated that they were not. The suspect then asked to compare chains. At that point, the suspect said, "I am not going to pay for these.” ...
SWITCH – INDIANAPOLIS, IN
On 5/27/17 at approximately 4:30 p.m., a suspect returned to the store after visiting on the previous day. The suspect looked at diamond rings. The suspect then left without incident. On the next day, a sales associate discovered a ring in the showcase th ...
Video: Jewelry store robbery suspects jump turnstiles
Brooklyn, NY – On May 25, 2017 four men pistol whipped a jeweler. The New York Police Department (NYPD) has released footage of the perpetrators.
Jeweler stabbed to death in Egypt
Marsa Matrouth, Egypt – May 29, 2017 – A group of three suspects struck a 51-year-old jeweler with a blow to the head.
BROOKLYN, NY – ROBBERS PISTOL-WHIP JEWELER
On 5/26/17, at approximately 5:30 p.m., four men disguised as asbestos removers pistol whipped a jeweler. They took over $850,000 in jewelry. Click here to see a news report about this incident.
Video: Robbers left jeweler bloodied and stole $850,000 in jewelry
Brooklyn, NY – On May 25, 2017 at approximately 5:30 p.m., four men disguised as asbestos removers attacked a 67-year-old jeweler. The suspects pistol whipped him and then stole jewelry.
SHOTS FIRED IN SMASH AND GRAB – DANVILLE, CA
On 5/19/17 three men smashed a display case containing high end watches. As the masked suspects attempted to take jewelry, an employee confronted them. This led one of the suspect’s to open fire. No one was hit. The suspects then took watches and fled int ...
Robbery suspect sentenced to 96 years in prison
Lone Tree, CO – On May 12, 2017, 28-year-old Deshawn McDonald was sentenced for his involvement in a smash and grab robbery in Lone Tree, CO in 2015.
Video: Shots Fired During Smash and Grab Robbery
Danville, CA – On May 19, 2017, three suspects used hammers to smash a display case containing high-end watches.
GRAB AND RUN – CARSON, CA
On 5/23/17, at approximately 6:40 p.m., a suspect stated he had a gold plated curb link chain. He said the plating was chipping away and he wanted to replace the chain with a âreal one.â The sales associate used a presentation pad to present a link ch ...
Footage of suspect captured after foot pursuit
Sapparo, Japan – On May 23, 2017 at approximately 5:20 p.m., a man attempted to rob a jewelry store. He was captured jogging away from police.
GRAB AND RUN – VIRGINIA BEACH, VA
On 5/20/17, at approximately 4:20 p.m., a suspect looked at three different chains. When he was shown the fourth chain, he turned and fled from the store. The suspect escaped into a vehicle driven by a Black woman. The suspect is a 26-year-old Black male. ...
Video: Five Smash and Grab Suspects Arrested
Roseville, CA – On May 22, 2017 at approximately 3:15 p.m., five suspect ran into a jewelry store armed with baseball bats. They smashed display cases and stole jewelry.
Video: Jewelry Store Burglary
Juniper, FL – On May 17, 2017 approximately four individuals committed a burglary. The suspects used an axe to smash their way into the store.
SMASH AND GRAB – GILROY, CA
On 5/19/17, at approximately 5:45 p.m., two suspects ran into a store with baseball bats. They went directly to a display case containing high-end watches. The suspects smashed the glass case and stole four watches. They were in and out of the store withi ...
GRAB AND RUN – TALLAHASSEE, FL
On 5/19/17, at approximately 11:35 a.m., a male suspect requested to look at gold chains. After discussing payment options, the suspect inquired about a railroad necklace. As he attempted to clasp the necklace, he fled from the store. He was last seen ent ...
GRAB AND RUN – TITUSVILLE, FL
On 5/13/17, at approximately 7:08 p.m., two suspects entered into a retail store. One suspect asked to see gold chains. He then asked to see the matching bracelet. As soon as the bracelet was placed on his wrist, the suspect fled from the store with his a ...
SNEAK THEFT – JOPLIN, MO
On 5/16/17, at approximately 10:27 a.m., a suspect committed a sneak theft. One of the sales associates went to the restroom and placed her keys on a shelf in the back room. The second associate was with another customer at the front of the store. The sus ...
Video: Vehicle Smash Burglary
Statesville,, NC – On May 13, 2017, a burglar drove a vehicle into a jewelry store and then stole 20,000 worth of jewelry.
GRAB AND RUN – DAWSONVILLE, GA
On 5/15/17, at approximately 2:57 p.m., a suspect asked to see a high-end watch. The sales associate removed the watch and placed it on the suspect’s wrist. As soon as the watch was secured, the suspect fled from the store. He was described as a 25-year-o ...
CHECK FRAUD – OAHU, HI
On 4/29/17, at approximately 7:55 p.m., a suspect stated he wanted to buy a ring for his mother. He selected a ladies ring and presented a check for the purchase. When the store’s system requested an authorization code, the associates allowed the suspect ...
Video: Pilfering Pair Commit Brazen Theft
Phoenix, AZ – On April 30, 2017, at approximately 2:00 p.m., two women committed a brazen theft.
GRAB AND RUN – TEMPE, AZ
On 5/7/17, at approximately 2:35 p.m., two suspects inquired about chains. The first suspect asked to see two different chains; the second chain was more valuable than the first. The second suspect was shown one chain. As soon as the second suspect had po ...
SWITCH/GRAB AND RUN – TUKWILA, WA
On 5/8/17, at approximately 8:10 p.m., a suspect requested to see gold chains and a pendant. Once he had possession of the chain and pendant, he requested to see another chain. The sales associate informed him that she could not take any additional items ...
ARMED ROBBERY – LENEXA, KS
On 5/9/17, at approximately 7:20 p.m., a suspect stated he wanted to look at chains for himself. He requested to see multiple items, but was informed that store policy allowed only one item to be shown at a time. The suspect then said he left his wallet i ...
GRAB AND RUN – ANDERSON, IN
On 5/8/17, at approximately 6:30 p.m., a suspect inquired about bridal rings. He looked for several minutes and asked questions about financing. He then took a picture of a ring and left the store. Approximately 45 minutes later, he returned and asked to ...
BURGLARY – HICKSVILLE, NY
On 5/6/17, at approximately 3:47 a.m., two men broke into a jewelry store. The suspects broke through the wall of an adjacent business and cut through sheet rock. If you have any information regarding the identities of the suspects involved, please call t ...
Robber says he needs money for child’s funeral
This subject committed a robbery and stole jewelry.
Video: $1 Million gunpoint robbery in less than 60 seconds
Asheville, NC – On May 3, 2017, at approximately 4:15 p.m., three suspects robbed a jewelry store and then fled on motorcycles.
INDIANAPOLIS, IN – GRAB AND RUN
On 5/3/17, at approximately 1:00 p.m., a suspect inquired about a diamond ring. The sales associate removed the ring and gave it to the suspect. The suspect then fled from the store. The suspect purchased items from the store several days before the incid ...
SMASH AND GRAB – LIVERMORE, CA
On 5/4/17, at approximately 11:15 a.m., two suspects ran into a jewelry store and went directly to a display case containing high-end watches. One of the suspects used a baseball bat to smash open the display case. The second suspect grabbed seven watche ...
Video: Motorcycle Robbery Crew
Asheville, NC – On May 3, 2017, at approximately 4:15 p.m., three suspects committed a gunpoint robbery of a jewelry store.
DISTRACTION THEFT – WHITE PLAINS, NY
On 4/29/19, at approximately 2:00 p.m., two suspects speaking in accented English stole jewelry. The suspects asked to see several items. One of the sales associates presented the suspects with three watches. As one of the suspects was examining the watch ...
SUSPECT ARRAIGNED FOR ASSAULT – SYCAMORE TOWNSHIP, OH
On May 1, 2017, Lamark Edwards was arraigned in connection to a robbery of a jewelry store. According to Investigators, Edwards stole two bracelets from a high-end jewelry store. An employee attempted to stop Edwards. At that point Edwards hit the employe ...
Video: Multi-State Grab and Run Thief
Simpsonville, KY – On April 29, 2017, a female suspect committed a grab and run theft.
Video: Jewelry Store Employee Shot in Akron, OH
Akron, OH – On April 27, 2017, at least three suspects committed a smash and grab robbery. One of the suspects shot a jeweler.
GRAB AND RUN – MONROE, OH
On 4/30/17, at approximately 1:30 p.m., a suspect stated she was shopping for a gift for her family member. The suspect also stated she owned a company and was interested in earrings and a matching bracelet. The sales associate presented the items. The su ...
Distraction Thief
This subject committed a distraction theft by using sleight-of-hand.
Video: Distraction Thieves Steal $10K Worth of Jewelry
Union Township, NJ – On April 27, 2017, at approximately 2:00 p.m., two suspects distracted the owner of the store and concealed jewelry.
Video: Jeweler Fires Shots at Burglars
Miramar Beach, FL – On April 29, 2017, a jeweler fired shots at two suspects who attempted to burglarize his store.
SHOTS FIRED IN GUNPOINT SMASH AND GRAB – AKRON, OH
On 4/27/17, at approximately 8:00 p.m., three men and one woman committed a violent gunpoint robbery of a jewelry store. According to Investigators, the three men were armed with handguns and an axe. Two of the suspects used the axe to smash display cases ...
Credit Card Fraud – Stratford, London
On April 12, 2017, this suspect selected an 18ct yellow gold high-end watch. He used a stolen Barclaycard to make the purchase.
GRAB AND RUN – ESTHER, FL
On 4/27/17, at approximately 11:10 a.m., a suspect asked to see a 22’ chain and a matching bracelet. He then asked to see a gold charm as well. As the suspect had possession of all three items, he wanted to see silver chains. While the associate and the s ...
Video: Armed Robbers Arrested
Niles, OH- On April 25, 2017 three armed men robbed a jewelry store. The suspects were covered from head to toe in distinctive garb and wore masks.
GRAB AND RUN – COLORADO SPRINGS, CO
On 4/22/17, at approximately 3:20 p.m., the suspect stated he wanted something nice for him and his wife. He claimed to have just signed a record deal. The sales associate presented the suspect with men's rings. The suspect placed the ring on his hand. An ...
Video: Owner Scares off Violent Robbers
Walnut Creek, CA – On April 20, 2017 three men in construction vests presented a jewelry store owner
with a clipboard and documentation. The suspects asked the owner to sign a form to have the store’s power turned off.
SMASH AND GRAB – MEMPHIS, TN
On 4/21/17, at approximately 8:30 p.m., four suspects wearing sunglasses committed a smash and grab robbery. The suspects used hammers to smash display cases. They stole several bracelets. No one was hurt. The suspects fled in a four door blue 2001-2006 C ...
GRAB AND RUN – SELMA, TX
On 4/20/17, at approximately 6:10 p.m., a suspect requested to see a tennis bracelet in white gold. The sales associate presented several bracelets, one at a time. As soon as the larger diamond bracelet was placed on the counter, the suspect grabbed it an ...
SNEAK THEFT – TOLEDO, OH
On 4/19/17, at approximately 11:30 a.m., a female suspect said she was shopping for an engagement ring. The sales associate asked the suspect if she would like to open a credit account, the suspect said yes, but was denied. After the suspect left the stor ...
GRAB AND RUN – TUKWILA, WA
On 4/18/17, at approximately 7:40 p.m., a suspect approached a kiosk and asked to try on a chain. After he tried it on, and before he handed it back to the sales associate, he fled from the store. The suspect was described as a 23-year-old White male. He ...
JSA Offers $10,000 Reward for Violent Gunpoint Robbery Suspects
New York, NY – On April 19, 2017, the Jewelers’ Security Alliance (JSA) offered a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of a violent team of robbers.
Wanted Female Accomplice in GA Robberies – Update Suspect Arrested
This subject has committed multiple armed robberies.
Wanted for Multiple Gunpoint Robberies in GA – Update Suspect Arrested
This subject has committed multiple gunpoint robberies.
GRAB AND RUN – TACOMA, WA
On 4/17/17, at approximately 7:10 p.m., a couple inquired about gold chains for the male suspect. The sales associate presented two chains for comparison. The suspect grabbed both chains. Both suspects then fled from the store. Both suspects are African A ...
GRAB AND RUN – SUNRISE, FL
On 4/14/17, at approximately 6:30 p.m., a suspect stated he was interested in gold chains. He said he had cash to spend. After selecting a chain, he was asked to step inside the kiosk to try it on, because the associate felt uneasy. After the suspect had ...
ARMED ROBBERY – PORT ST. LUCIE, FL
On 4/13/17, four suspects dressed as women and committed a gunpoint robbery. Three suspects went into the store wearing wigs, heavy makeup and jumpsuits. Two of the men brandished handguns and put jewelry into duffel bags. The men then fled. One suspect w ...
Video: Men Dressed as Women Commit Gunpoint Robbery
Port St. Lucie, FL – On April 13, 2017 four men dressed in women’s clothing and wearing heavy makeup committed a gunpoint robbery.
GRAB AND RUN – ANCHORAGE, AK
On 4/12/17, at 2:51 p.m., a suspect asked to view men’s bands. He also wanted to take pictures. During the presentation, the suspect picked up a band and placed it on his finger. He then asked to compare it with a second band. At that point, he grabbed it ...
SNEAK THEFT – DAYTON, OH
On 4/5/17, a sales associate was looking for a bracelet which a customer was interested in. The associate noticed that the front glass on a sliding glass case appeared to be pried back. The bracelet was missing. Two suspects were in the store earlier in t ...
Video: String of Jewelry Crime in Oahu, HI
Oahu, HI – As of April 11, 2017 six jewelry stores have been targeted in the past six weeks in Oahu, HI.
GRAB AND RUN – SPOKANE, WA
On 4/7/17, at approximately 8:50 p.m., a suspect inquired about gold chains. As soon as the sales associate removed a chain from the showcase, the suspect reached over the counter, grabbed the chain and fled from the store. The suspect was described as a ...
GRAB AND RUN – MERRITT ISLAND, FL
On 4/8/17, at approximately 7:30 p.m., four individuals expressed interest in gold bracelets. They proceeded to the gold showcase to examine items. They then exited the store. One of the individuals, returned and asked to see a bracelet. The individual as ...
Video: Jeweler Shot in Bronx, NY (Suspect Photos Inside)
Bronx, NY – On April 8, 2017 57-year-old Chris Carucci was shot in the stomach and wrist in an attempted robbery.
FBI Seeking to Recover Stolen Jewelry
Miami, FL – April 7, 2017 – The Miami Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has requested the public’s assistance with locating very unique merchandise.
GRAB AND RUN – SPRINGDALE, IL
On 4/5/17, at approximately 3:10 p.m., two suspects inquired about earrings. One of the suspects asked to see a pair of earrings. While the first suspect held a pair of earrings, the second suspect asked to see another pair of earrings. Â The associate re ...
12 Gangsters Charged with $9 Million Jewelry Fraud
New York, NY – On April 5, 2017 the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Manhattan outlined a $9 million fraud perpetrated by Russian Gangsters in New York City’s Diamond District.
GRAB AND RUN – INDIANAPOLIS, IN
On 4/4/17, at approximately 4:30 p.m., two suspects asked to see diamond rings. One of the suspects asked to see bridal rings and the second suspect stood by the front door inside the store. As soon as the sales associate gave the first suspect a diamond ...
Video: Violent Struggle between Officer and Suspect
Bradenton, FL – On April 2, 2017, 23-year-old Isaac Hernandez Dubon was arrested for committing a burglary at a jewelry store.
DISTRACTION – KNIGHTDALE, NC
On 3/29/17, at approximately 12:53 p.m., two women stated they were looking to buy gold chains for their sons. The sales associate presented them with a tray of gold chains and bracelets. One of the suspects distracted the associate, while the second susp ...
ARMED ROBBERY – BALTIMORE, MD
On 3/31/17, at approximately 6:25 p.m., the suspect stated that he wanted to buy a watch. He was shown two watches and took possession of them. At that point, he revealed a handgun behind a portfolio he was carrying in his other hand. He then left the sto ...
Video: Smash and Grab Robbery
Honolulu, HI – On April 1, 2017, two suspects used an Ax to smash through a display case and steal jewelry.
Woman Arrested After Threatening Mall Security
East Garden City, Long Island (NY) – On April 1, 2017 18-year-old Imani Merchant stole a pair of earrings from a jewelry store.
SMASH AND GRAB – VALLEY STREAM, NY
On 3/30/17, at approximately 4:26 p.m., two suspects, armed with sledge hammers committed a smash and grab robbery. The suspects smashed display cases, removed jewelry and then fled. The suspects drove off in a BMW 6 Series Blue Convertible. Both suspects ...
Credit Fraud Suspect
This suspect used a stolen credit card to purchase a high end watch.
GRAB AND RUN – FEDERAL WAY, CA
On 3/29/17, at approximately 6:25 p.m., a suspect asked to see solitaire rings. During the presentation the suspect held one solitaire and the sales associate held another. The suspect reached over the counter and grabbed the second ring. He then fled fro ...
Video: Suspect locked Inside Store Vault
Boca Raton, FL – On March 18, 2017 Fatima Milanovic attempted to steal more than $6 million in jewelry.
Burglary Suspect Wearing Animal Mask Arrested
Las Vegas, NV – On March 25, 2017 Sebastian Gonzalez, 20, was arrested for his role in a burglary of high-end watches.
GUNPOINT ROBBERY – SHERMAN OAKS, CA
On 3/24/17, at approximately 7:30 p.m., a suspect pointed a gun at a sales associates. He held a plastic bag in another hand. The suspect forced an associate to put merchandise into his bag. He then fled from the store. The suspect was described as 5’6” l ...
DISTRACTION – HUMBLE,TX
On 3/24/17, at approximately 3:58 p.m., a suspect stated he was looking for a anniversary ring and necklace for his girlfriend. The associate showed him merchandise. The suspect examined an item and then returned it to the associate. He then asked to see ...
Trio of Robbers Target Monte Carlo
Monte Carlo, Monaco – On March 25, 2017 at approximately 4:00 p.m., three armed robbers set a car on fire to divert attention as they committed a gunpoint robbery.
Armed Burglars Wear Pig Masks
Las Vegas, NV – On March 25, 2017 at approximately 3:00 a.m., three suspects wearing suits and pig masks ransacked a jewelry store.
JSA Offers Reward in Smash and Grab Robbery
Hinsdale, IL – On March 24, 2017 the Jewelers Security Alliance (JSA) offered a $3,000 reward for information on a gunpoint robbery of a jewelry store.
GRAB AND RUN – ALBANY, OREGON
On 3/23/17, at approximately 7:18 p.m., a male suspect inquired about men’s rings. He said he was looking for his mother’s future husband. The suspect and the sales associate sat down to look at rings. After the associate handed the suspect a ring, the su ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – DURHAM, NC
On 3/22/17, two suspects entered a store together, then separated. One of the sales associates showed bands to one of the men, while a second associate showed the other suspect gold chains. The suspects asked to look at several items. One sales associate ...
DISTRACTION THEFT- DAYTON, OH
On 3/21/17, at approximately 6:00 p.m., a sales associate discovered a portion of a sliding glass display was pried open. After an inventory audit, a bracelet was determined to be missing. The sales associates remembered two suspects who acted strangely e ...
Video: Elderly Couple Steals Jewelry
Brooklyn, NY – On March 2, 2017 at approximately 12:26 p.m., an elderly couple stole diamonds from a jewelry store.
GRAB AND RUN – MONTCLAIR, CA
On 3/15/17, at approximately 12:30 p.m., three suspects entered a jewelry store. The suspects viewed rings and then left the store. Then at 2:30 p.m., two of the suspects returned to the store and asked to see the rings they saw in their earlier visit. Th ...
GRAB AND RUN – PORTLAND, OR
On 3/17/17, at approximately 8:45 p.m., a suspect approached a mall kiosk and asked to see men’s rings. After he tried on a ring he stated he couldn’t take it off; it was stuck. The sales associate’s used jewelry and hand sanitizer in an attempt to remove ...
Video: Gunpoint Smash and Grab Robbery
Hinsdale, IL – On March 17, 2017 at approximately 10:00 a.m., three to four suspects committed a smash and grab robbery of a jewelry store.
GUNPOINT SMASH AND GRAB – HINSDALE, IL
On March 17, 2017 at approximately 10:00 a.m., three to four suspects committed a gunpoint robbery of a jewelry store. The suspects stole high-end watches and loose diamonds. Employees were knocked to the ground and hit in the head. The suspects were desc ...
Attempt to Identify True Owner
New York, NY – The Jewelers’ Security Alliance (JSA) is seeking to identify the true owner of this ring. Click on the picture for additional photos.
GRAB AND RUN – WOODBRIDGE, VA
On 3/5/17, at approximately 4:24 p.m., a suspect inquired about high-end watches. When the suspect placed it on his wrist, he fled from the store. The suspect is a Black male. He is 6’2” and weighs 210 pounds. He has a full beard. He was last seen wearing ...
2016 U.S. Jewelry Crime Statistics
New York, NY – On March 13, 2016 the Jewelers’ Security Alliance released their 2016 statistics on U.S. jewelry crime.
GRAB & RUN – TOLEDO, OH
On 3/14/17, at approximately 6:00 p.m., a suspect asked to look at men’s rings. The sales associate handed the suspect a ring. At that point, a second suspect came into the store and grabbed the ring from the first suspect’s hands. Both suspects then fled ...
Geneva Jeweler Kidnapped
Geneva, Switzerland – On March 13, 2017 a jeweler from Geneva was kidnapped from his home and forced to give his captors merchandise.
Why Jewelry Crime Increased Last Year
New York, NY – On March 13, 2017 JCK Magazine released an article summarizing the Jewelers’ Security Alliance’s 2016 Crime Statistics.
Geneva Diamond Thief
Geneva, Switzerland – On February 10, 2017, the suspect featured went to a jewelry store to pick up three pre-ordered diamonds. He ultimately took the diamonds without transferring money to the jeweler.
Jewelry Crime Increases for First Time Since 2012
New York, NY – On March 13, 2017 the National Jeweler published an article about the Jewelers Security Alliance’s 2016 Crime Statistics.
DISTRACTION THEFT – LITTLE ROCK, AR
On 3/12/17, at approximately 4:15 p.m., a suspect was presented with fashion rings. At that point, a second male suspect approached the showcase. The second male asked questions about a store across from the jewelry store. The sales associate conversed wi ...
SECURITY FOR JEWELERS AT HOME
New York, NY – On March 13, 2017 the Jewelers’ Security Alliance released a 13 point checklist on security for jewelers at home.
Video: Male Robbers Dress in Women’s Clothing
Deerfield Beach, FL – On March 3, 2017 two men dressed in women’s clothing during a robbery.
Suspect uses fraudulent ID to buy watch – Arrest Update
This suspect purchased a watch using stolen credit card information
BURGLARY – OLYMPIA, WA
On 3/8/17, a suspect burglarized a jewelry kiosk inside of a mall. Mall security witnessed the suspect break into the kiosk. Security chased after the suspect. As the suspect was fleeing, he dropped a glove and a hammer. The suspect was described as a 5’1 ...
SNEAK THEFT – LANCASTER, PA
On 2/27/17, at approximately 7:00 p.m., a suspect asked to see diamond engagement rings. The sales associate showed him three rings at the same time. The suspect distracted the associate by asking to see multiple pieces and having her look up other items. ...
THEFT – LAS VEGAS, NV
On 3/1/17, at approximately 4:25 p.m., a sales associate assisted a suspect examining men’s diamond rings. The suspect stated he wanted to treat himself after receiving his tax return. During the presentation, the suspect held the ring and said he’ll take ...
Infamous 86-Year-old jewel thief, found too sick to stand trial
Atlanta, GA – On February 23, 2017 Judge Alford J. Dempsey determined 86-year-old Doris Payne was too ill to stand trial.
GRAB & RUN – LITTLE ROCK, AR
On 2/28/17, at approximately 3:15 p.m., two male suspects inquired about men’s diamond rings. One of the suspects flashed a large amount of cash. He stated that he wanted to buy a ring. He was shown a ring, tried it on and said he would buy it. As the sal ...
GRAB AND RUN – CANTON, OH
On 2/28/17, at approximately 12:50 p.m., a suspect inquired about menâs watches. He was shown a watch and stated it was too flashy. He was then shown another watch. He placed it around his wrist and then fled from the store. The suspect was described a ...
GRAB AND RUN – CORPUS CHRISTI, TX
On 2/26/17, at approximately 12:45 p.m., a female suspect inquired about a gold rope chain and a herringbone chain. After the items were presented to the suspect, she put the two chains on and stated she was going to make a purchase, but needed to call he ...
Armed Robbers Flee on Motorcycles
Barcelona, Spain – On February 23, 2017 four men committed a gunpoint smash and grab robbery and fled on motorcycles.
DISTRACTION – PITTSBURGH, PA
On 2/22/17, at approximately 7:00 p.m., two female suspects committed a distraction theft. The suspects asked to see gold chains. They also asked the associate to see several different items. The sales associate removed several pieces at the same time. Th ...
SNEAK THEFT – DICKSON CITY, PA
On 2/21/17, at approximately 7:15 p.m., a female suspect inquired about purchasing a cocktail ring. The suspect stated she wanted her sapphire ring to shine like a diamond, however, she said that she could not afford a diamond. The suspect was shown a rin ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – DALLAS, TX
On 2/10/17, at approximately 6:13 p.m., two suspects requested to see gold chains and diamonds. The male suspect flashed a large stack of cash and told the sales associate he wanted a mounting to go with a diamond. As the sales associate performed the pre ...
JSA RELEASES BURGLARY PROTECTION VIDEO
New York, NY – In a 7-minute video, John Kennedy, President of JSA, provides basic recommendations for jewelers to reduce the risk of break-ins.
DISTRACTION – ALBERTVILLE, MN
On 2/8/17, at approximately 7:02 p.m., two suspects examined items in a store’s bridal section. The male suspect placed his jacket across the side of the display case. The female suspect distracted the sales associate and diverted his attention to the opp ...
Suspect Arrested in Murder of Jewelry Store Employee
Memphis, TN – On February 22, 2017 the Memphis Police Department arrested 21-year-old Jesse Slade in the murder of Noah Ashene, a 42-year-old jewelry store employee killed in Memphis, TN.
Jewelry Store Employee Stabbed to Death During Robbery
Memphis, TN – On February 16, 2017, a 42-year-old jewelry store employee was killed.
GRAB AND RUN – BALTIMORE, MD
On 2/15/17, at approximately 2:50 p.m., two suspects entered the store. One of the suspects asked to see a diamond ring. He took the ring and then walked around the store. When he was asked to give the ring back, he said he wanted to show his friend. He t ...
Video: Jeweler Fights Off Armed Robbers
Brooklyn, NY – On February 10, 2017, suspects stormed into a jewelry store and placed bag over a female employee’s head.
SWITCH – BURLINGTON, NC
On 2/15/17, at approximately 2:16 p.m., a suspect asked to see non threaded diamond stud earrings. After receiving the item the suspect put it in his ear. He looked in the mirror and then left the store. He would do this several times. After he returned t ...
DISTRACTION – TERRE HAUTE, IN
On 2/9/17 a family consisting of a mother, father and daughter came into the store. A sales associate showed them a box containing approximately 60 gold chains. The mother, pulled out several chains, examined them and then put them back in the box. The su ...
GRAB AND RUN – LOUISIVLLE, KY
On 2/13/17, at approximately 12:15 p.m., a suspect stated he was looking for a gold ring and a bracelet for his wife. He looked at several items. The sales associate held a bracelet as the suspect took interest in a ring. As soon as he was given the ring, ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – BETHEL PARK, PA
On 2/11/17, at approximately 6:00 p.m., two women inquired about gold products. The suspects chose three pieces and then began counting out cash. They placed the money on top of the merchandise. The suspects asked the sales associate how much they had, th ...
PEARLAND, TX – GRAB AND RUN
On 2/9/17, at approximately 11:45 a.m., a male suspect requested to see diamond rings in yellow gold and white gold. During the sales presentation, the suspect had one ring in his possession and the sales associate held the other. The suspect then reached ...
JCK and Jewelers’ Security Alliance Bring Security Solutions to Las Vegas
Norwalk, CT – On February 8, 2017 JCK and Jewelers’ Security Alliance (JSA) announced their partnership that will provide retail security solutions at JCK Las Vegas.
GRAB AND RUN – CAMBRIDGE, MA
On 2/3/17, at approximately 1:25 p.m., a male suspect asked to see engagement rings. He stated he was looking to spend 4 to 5 thousand dollars. As the suspect was examining a ring, he received a phone call. He proceeded to move to another showcase. At tha ...
Video: Suspects Arrested After Being Spotted in JSA Crime Alert
Denville, NJ – On February 4, 2017 three suspects entered a retail jewelry store and were identified from a Jewelers’ Security Alliance Crime Alert. They were subsequently arrested.
Jeweler Arrested for Stealing from Customers
Irvine, CA – On February 7, 2016 27-year-old Daniel Cervantes was charged with grand theft for allegedly stealing his customers’ property.
ARMED ROBBERY – BROOKLYN, NY
On 2/6/17, at approximately 1:15 p.m., a suspect entered the store and then pounded on display cases and told sales associates he was there to rob them. The suspect then pulled out a knife. He went behind the counter and wanted the sales associates to ope ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – BRAINTREE, MA
On 2/4/17, at approximately 5:15 p.m., two suspects looked at several items including, bracelets, chains, watches and sapphire bracelets. The suspects stated the items were wedding gifts and would be given away as souvenirs. After the suspects selected va ...
SNEAK THEFT – HOUSTON, TX
On 1/31/17, at approximately 2:30 p.m., a suspect cut the security cable attached to a plexiglass display box. The box contained two watches. After cutting the cord, the suspect conversed with a sales associate about pearl items. The suspect then left the ...
Smash and Grab Suspect Arrested (Robbery Footage)
Miami, FL – On January 30, 2017, three suspects committed a smash and grab robbery.
DISTRACTION THEFT – AKRON, OHIO
On 1/31/17, at approximately 7:30 p.m., two suspects asked to see multiple diamond rings. While the sales associate was conducting a presentation with the suspects, they interrupted by asking several questions about repairs. The sales associate had one ri ...
SMASH AND GRAB – AVENTURA, FL
On 1/31/17, three suspects committed a smash and grab. Two of the suspects used a rock and a hammer to smash display cases. The suspects then filled bags with jewelry and fled the store on foot. All three suspects were described as Black males. Two suspec ...
GRAB AND RUN – ORLANDO, FL
On 1/30/17, at approximately 10:07 a.m., a male suspect inquired about diamond rings. Once the suspect was handed a ring, he fled from the store. He entered a white car with no license plates and sped off. The suspect was described as a Hispanic male. He ...
ARMED ROBBERY – CAMARILLO, CA
On 1/27/17, at approximately 1:35 p.m., three suspect rushed into the store with hammers and smashed display cases. They managed to steal three watches during the crime and then fled into an awaiting grey van. The suspects were described as three African ...
Kim Kardashian’s Robbers Confess to Melting Her Jewelry
Paris, France – On January 28, 2017, a French newspaper published information about Kim Kardashian West’s stolen jewelry.
GRAB AND RUN – LITTLE ROCK, AR
On 1/25/17, at approximately 4:20 p.m., a suspect entered the store while talking on his cell phone. He asked to look at gold chains, and selected a chain and a gold cross pendant. The sales associate showed the suspect the chain with the cross. The suspe ...
Gunpoint Smash and Grab Suspect
On the date listed above, two suspects committed a gunpoint smash and grab robbery of a jewelry store in San Antonio, TX. Click here to learn more information about the incident. Â Â
SMASH AND GRAB – MEMPHIS, TN
On 1/24/17, at approximately 10:22 a.m., two suspects attempted a smash and grab. The suspects approached a watch case carrying pillow cases and hammers. Both men then smashed showcases. After about 40 seconds the suspects fled without breaching the showc ...
GUNPOINT SMASH AND GRAB – CLAYTON, MO
On 1/23/17, four armed suspects committed a smash and grab of a retail jewelry store. The suspects forced their way into the store as the guard attempted to pull the other end of the door. After gaining entry, the suspects pointed guns at employees and th ...
Seven Suspects Arrested for $72 Million Diamond Robbery
Amsterdam – On January 20, 2017 seven suspects were arrested in connection to a multi-million dollar diamond heist.
GRAB AND RUN – NATIONAL CITY, CA
On 1/22/17, at approximately 6:15 p.m., the suspect looked at chains and then said he needed to leave to get his ID and wife. He returned later and said he would like to see the chain he saw earlier. After the sales associate presented the item, the suspe ...
GRAB AND RUN – AVENTURA, FL
On 1/18/17, at approximately 8:38 p.m., a suspect looked at several diamond rings and bracelets. He selected an anniversary band that was placed in a display pad by the sales associate. The suspect then asked to try on a gold chain. After the chain was ha ...
GRAB AND RUN – TULARE, CA
On 1/18/17, at approximately 1:35 p.m., two suspects were involved in a theft. The first suspect asked to have his gold chains cleaned. As that occurred, a second suspect entered the store and joined the first suspect. After the first suspects chains were ...
Attempted Jewelry Store Burglary Video
Queens, NY – On January 17, 2017, at approximately 3:00 a.m., two suspects attempted to burglarize a jewelry store.
Grab and Run Thief
On January 14, 2017 at approximately 8:10 p.m., this suspect committed a grab and run theft.
DISTRACTION THEFT- NIAGARA FALLS, NY
On 1/14/17, at approximately 4:10 p.m., two suspects asked a sales associate to check if the stone in a ring they had was a diamond. One of the suspects then asked to see diamond engagement rings as the sales associate was in the process of diamond testin ...
ARMED ROBBERY – SHENANDOAH, TX
ARMED ROBBERY - SHENANDOAH, TX - On 1/12/17, at approximately 1:30 p.m., three male suspects  stormed in a retail store with hammers. They smashed two display cases and then left. An eyewitness was able to provide a description of the getaway vehicle to ...
Female Robber Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison
Panama City, FL – On January 13, 2017, 25-year-old Abigail Kemp was sentenced to spend the next ten years of her life in a federal prison.
DIAMOND SWITCH – CORPUS CHRISTI, TX
On 1/10/17, at approximately 6:40 p.m., a suspect committed a diamond switch. The suspect concealed a ring in his palm and then asked to see a diamond anniversary band. The suspect took the ring to the store’s gem-scope and examined the piece. When the sa ...
Distraction Theft
Fort Smith, AK – On January 7, 2017 at approximately 12:30 p.m., a male and female couple committed a distraction theft at a retail jewelry store.
Shots Fired in Gunpoint Robbery
San Diego, CA – On January 10, 2017, at approximately 4:15 p.m., three masked suspects committed a gunpoint robbery.
Sneak Thief
Gulfport, MS – On January 6, 2016 at approximately 2:55 p.m., a suspect inquired about bridal rings and concealed one into his pocket.
DISTRACTION THEFT – ALTOONA, PA
On January 8, 2017 at approximately 12:15 p.m, a female suspect inquired about gold chains. The sales associate showed the suspect a gold rope chain. The suspect then asked to see a gold band. The sales associate allowed the suspect to be in possession of ...
Customer Killed During Robbery
Miami, FL – On January 5, 2017, two suspects committed a gunpoint robbery at a pawn shop specializing in jewelry.
17 Suspects Arrested in Connection to Kim Kardashian’s Robbery
Paris, France – On January 9, 2017 Paris Police arrested 17 suspects connected to Kim Kardashian’s robbery in October, 2016.
DIAMOND SWITCH – PHOENIX, AZ
On 1/5/17, at approximately 12:50 p.m., a suspect stated he was looking for “something big” for his 10 year anniversary. The sales associate asked the suspect what he bought his wife in the past. The suspect said “I don’t know but nothing this big” (refer ...
GRAB AND RUN – CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA
On 1/4/17, at approximately 6:45 p.m., two suspects inquired about rings. One of the suspects was given a ring to examine. The second suspect then slammed his hands down on the showcase. The first suspect reached over the counter and grabbed rings. Both s ...
Smash and Grab Suspect
The Woodlands, TX – On January 3, 2016 two suspects committed a smash and grab robbery.
JEWELER KILLED – VALLEJO, CA
On 12/20/16, a 49-year-old pawn shop owner Timothy Pult was shot and killed by an armed robber. Pult’s pawn shop specialized in jewelry. An employee of the pawn shop was also shot. The employee was in serious condition following the shooting. He is a para ...
Sneak Thief Puts Necklace and Earrings in Pocket
This suspect committed a sneak theft.
Suspect Hides After Hours In Department Store
This suspect hid until a department store was closed.
$6 Million New Year’s Eve Burglary
New York, NY – On December 21, 2016 three suspects committed a burglary of a jewelry store as thousands of people gathered in Midtown Manhattan to celebrate the New Year.
$6 MILLION BURGLARY
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - Three male suspects were involved in the commission of a burglary on New Year’s Eve, 2016. As thousands of people gathered in Times Square to celebrate the New Year, the suspects struck at 10:00 p.m. They broke into a building using a ...
Triple Homicide Suspects Arrested
Junction City, KS – On December 21, 2016, two suspects were arrested in Junction City, KS for a triple homicide they committed in Jackson, MS on December 17, 2016.
GRAB AND RUN – LANCASTER, PA
On 12/24/16, at approximately 5:35 p.m., a male and female suspect requested to look at rings. While in possession of one ring, one of the suspects requested to look at less expensive rings. When the sales associate turned her head to check the prices, th ...
TRIPLE HOMICIDE SUSPECTS ARRESTED
JUNCTION CITY, KS - On 12/20/16, Jamison Layne Townsend, 35, and Joshua Garcia, 37, were arrested in Junction City, KS. The two suspects have been charged with the homicide of three pawn shop employees on 12/17/16. They were charged with three counts of c ...
Video: Gunpoint Robbery in Tel Aviv, Israel
Tel Aviv, Israel – On December 19 2016 a team of men robbed a jewelry store at gunpoint.
TRIPLE HOMICIDE UPDATE – JACKSON, MI
The Jackson Police Department are looking for a white female identified as Jamison Layne. Layne and an unidentified white male suspect are wanted in connection to the triple homicide of three elderly jewelry store workers in Jackson, MI on 12/17/16. The s ...
TRIPLE HOMICIDE – JACKSON, MI
On 12/17/16, three elderly men were shot and killed during a robbery of a pawn shop specializing in jewelry and coin merchandise. At approximately 8:50 p.m., the Jackson Police Department responded to a report of a shooting. Three victims were pronounced ...
THWARTED SMASH AND GRAB ROBBERY
CORTE MADERA, CA â" On 12/15/16, at approximately 12:20 p.m., three subjects attempted to commit a gunpoint smash and grab. One of the suspects brandished a gun, while the other two men wore hoodies and surgical masks. They ordered everyone to get on the ...
GRAB AND RUN – HUNTSVILLE, AL
On 12/9/16, at approximately 2:10 p.m., a suspect inquired about gold chains. He stated that he wanted to try on a chain. The sales associate placed the chain around his neck. At that point, the suspect said he would also like to see a bracelet. The sales ...
GRAB AND RUN – ST. LOUIS, MO
On 12/12/16, at approximately 6:00 p.m., a suspect inquired about earrings. He wanted to see earrings he had viewed previously. The sales associate removed a pair of earrings from the case. The suspect then took one of the earrings and tried it on. As he ...
86-Year-Old International Jewel Thief Arrested
Dunwoody, GA – On December 13, 2016, Doris Payne, 86, was arrested for stealing a necklace.
DIAMOND SWITCH – AVENTURA, FL
On 12/11/16, at approximately 2:35 p.m., a male suspect asked to see solitaire earrings. The sales associate showed him a pair of earrings. The suspect tried the earrings on and then attempted to return them to the sales associate. The associate realized ...
A Professional Distraction Team
On November 20, 2016 in Arlington, TX two female suspects committed a distraction theft.
Armed Robbery Suspects Arrested
On December 7, 2016 two suspects committed a gunpoint robbery in Arlington, VA.
$22 Million Hong Kong Gold Robbery
On November 22, 2016 a gang of thieves committed a gunpoint robbery in Hong Kong.
GRAB AND RUN – VACAVILLE, CA
On 12/7/16, at approximately 6:50 p.m., a suspect asked to see watches. He said the watch would be for his father. After the suspect tried on watches, he took one watch and ran from the store. The suspect was described as a 20-year-old Filipino Male. He w ...
GRAB AND RUN – NEW PORT RICHEY, FL
On 12/7/16, at approximately 11:08 a.m., a male subject inquired about engagement rings. He stated he was going to spend a couple thousand dollars. The sales associate showed the suspect princess cut and round cut rings. The suspect then asked if he could ...
DIAMOND SWITCH – PIANO, TX
On 12/6/16, at approximately 8:15 p.m., a suspect inquired about solitaire rings. The sales associate showed the suspect a ring. The suspect then asked to see a second ring after he returned the first. After he was shown the item, the suspect returned it ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – PITTSBURGH, PA
On 12/4/16, at approximately 4:30 p.m., a male and female suspect committed a distraction theft. The male suspect walked around the store for about 10 minutes and then met with a female suspect at the jewelry counter. The female suspect is dark skinned an ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – CHARLESTON, WV
On 12/3/16, the suspect looked at different chains. The sales associate placed a chain on the counter. The suspect then asked to compare it to another piece. The sales associate turned her back to get another chain. When she returned to the suspect, the c ...
JEWELER PISTOL WHIPPED – NEW YORK, NY
On 11/29/16, at approximately 8:00 p.m., three subject’s pistol whipped a jeweler. The suspects ran into the store at gunpoint and hit a jeweler in the head with the butt of their gun. The suspects then stole a large quantity of jewelry. The suspects were ...
Basic Security Recommendations When Carrying Jewelry Off Premises
November 14, 2016 – The must know guide for staying safe as a traveling jewelry salesperson.
Second Member of $300,000 Robbery Duo
This suspect was a part of a duo that committed a gunpoint robbery of a jewelry store in Miami, FL.
$300,000 Gunpoint Robbery Suspect – ARRESTED
On 10/29/16, the subject in the featured image was a part of a duo that committed a $300,000 gunpoint robbery of a jewelry store. He was arrested on 1/11/17 in Opa Locka, FL.
DISTRACTION THEFT – WAUWATOSA, WI
On 11/30/16, two male suspects inquired about high-end watches. Both suspects displayed a large amount of cash. The sales associate informed the men that they would need to fill out a special tax form due to the payment being in cash and over $10,000. The ...
Video of Thief Stealing 86 lb Gold Bucket worth $1.6 Million
On September 29, 2016 in New York, NY a thief stole an 86 lb. bucket of gold from the back of an armored truck.
JSA Sees Uptick in Traveling Salesperson Robberies
November 14, 2016 – For more information about robberies among traveling salespeople, read this article from JCK Magazine.
Grab and Run Suspect – Dickson, TN
On November 26, 2016, at approximately 7:00 p.m., the subject inquired about chains and then stole several items.
Off-Premises Attacks Spiked in Oct., JSA Says
New York, NY – November 14, 2016 – Read an article from the National Jeweler featuring the Jewelers’ Security Alliance’s Security Recommendations.
JSA Offers Reward in Wisconsin Jewelry Store Murder
November 4, 2016
The National Jeweler has published an article regarding a reward for a homicide of a jeweler in Wisconsin.
Milwaukee Jeweler Killed, JSA Offers Reward
November 4, 2016
JCK Online featured an article about a reward offer from the Jewelers’ Security Alliance.
Distraction Theft Video
Oklahoma City, OK – On November 1 2016, a group of four men committed a distraction theft in Oklahoma City, OK.
JSA Warns of Surge in Distraction Thefts
October 21, 2016 – Distraction Theft Gangs have several unique features. Learn the tricks of their trade within.
Jewelers Falling Victim to Distraction Theft Gangs
Distraction Theft Gangs have targeted several states in 2016 and are becoming increasingly bold.
THEFT – DICKSON, TN
On 11/26/16, at approximately 7:00 p.m., the suspect inquired about chains. He asked to see yellow gold items for himself and white gold items for his wife. The suspect stated he had been married for 12 years and the chains would be gifts to get him out o ...
GRAB AND RUN – ANCHORAGE, AK
On 11/21/16, at approximately 8:48 p.m., a suspect requested to see gold chains. The sales associate placed two gold chains on a display pad. The suspect stated he would take them. The suspect and the sales associate then went to the register. At that poi ...
GUNPOINT SMASH AND GRAB – New York, NY
On 11/21/16, at approximately 10:40 a.m., two armed suspects committed a smash and grab. The suspects wore winter coats and sunglasses. One of the suspects pointed a gun at employees and ordered three of them to get on the floor. The second suspect wore a ...
ARMED ROBBERY – MISSOURI CITY, TX
On 11/17/16, at approximately 11:35 p.m., a suspect asked to see a diamond ring. After examining the ring, he stated he wanted to buy it. The suspect then proceeded to the register and continued to walk out of the store. The suspect was approached by a sa ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – COLUMBUS, OH
On 11/15/16, at approximately 4:18 p.m., two suspects inquired about diamond stud earrings. The suspects were brought to a side by side showcase. The sales associate stood in the middle while the suspects stood on the opposite sides. The sales associate r ...
BURGLARY – KIRKLAND, WA
On 11/12/16, suspect(s) broke through a store’s rear door and disabled the alarm system. The suspect(s) then hid in a back room. They drilled a hole into the safe and stole the contents inside. If you have any information regarding the identity of the ind ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – GILROY, CA
On 11/13/16, at approximately 1:10 p.m., a suspect asked to see women’s rings. She stated her name was Miriam. The sales associate was suspicious of the customer because she was in the store the previous night and smelled of marijuana. The sales associate ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – AURORA, IL
On 11/1/16, at 7:10 p.m., a couple inquired about diamond engagement rings. As they were being helped by a sales associate, the couple sat in front of the diamond showcase. During the sales associate’s presentation, the male suspect stood up and placed hi ...
ARMED ROBBERY – SMYRNA, TN
On 11/10/16, at approximately 12:25 p.m., a sales associate conversed with a suspect and attempted to engage him in conversation. The suspect didn’t answer and mumbled when asked for his name. The suspect looked at earrings and stated they were for his wi ...
THEFT – ALBUQUERQUE, NM
On 11/9/16, at approximately 2:00 p.m., two suspects asked to see chains. They both tried on several pieces. One of the suspects did not want to give the chain he tried on back. Eventually, the sales associate got the two items back from the suspects and ...
GRAB AND RUN – WICHITA, KS
On 11/4/16, at approximately 3:45 p.m., a suspect inquired about engagement rings. The sales associate presented several items. She spoke to the suspect about purchasing in-store credit. When the sales associate turned around, the suspect grabbed several ...
ARMED SUSPECTS TAKE RINGS – CORONA, CA
On 10/31/16, at approximately 3:15 p.m., two suspects were shown bracelets and rings. After an employee briefly turned around, one of the suspects reached over the counter and grabbed two trays of rings. According to witnesses, one of the suspects had a g ...
SNEAK THEFT – ST. AUGUSTINE, FL
On 11/4/16, at approximately 3:14 p.m., a suspect inquired about gold chains and wanted to compare several items. The sales associate then removed four gold chains at the same time. The associate lost track of the chains and the suspect palmed a chain and ...
ARMED ROBBERY – GULFPORT, MS
On 11/5/16, at approximately 9:35 p.m., a store manager was the victim of an armed robbery while making a deposit at the bank. As the manager pulled into a lane at the bank, she saw another vehicle in front of her. A male suspect wearing a hoodie and ski ...
JEWELER KILLED – MILWAUKEE, WI
On 10/31/16, at approximately 10:35 a.m., 57-year-old jeweler, Leopoldo Vela, was shot inside his store. He was shot in the chest. If you have any information regarding the identity of the suspect involved, contact Lt. Paul Lough of the Milwaukee Police D ...
JSA Offers Reward In Connection With Fatal Shooting Of Milwaukee Jeweler
Milwaukee, WI – October 31, 2016
The Milwaukee Police Department is seeking the male suspect pictured below in connection with the fatal shooting of a retail jeweler.
GRAB AND RUN – CHARLESTON, WV
On 10/30/16, at approximately 2:15 p.m., a suspect stated he was looking for a necklace to replace one that he previously purchased. He also inquired about rings. The sales associate took out a ring to show the suspect. At that point the phone rang and th ...
BURGLARY – CHULA VISTA, CA
On 10/31/16, a suspect smashed through the front of a jewelry store. After gaining entry, he smashed display cases and stole several items. The suspect left behind a hammer he used on the cases. The suspect was described as an individual wearing a blue ba ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – MORGANTOWN, WV
On 10/27/16, at approximately 3:27 p.m., a male and female suspect stated they were looking for wedding gifts. The suspects decided to purchase four pieces of jewelry. They told the sales associate they needed to have the jewelry wrapped due to their reli ...
DIAMOND SWITCH – LANGHORNE, PA
On 10/26/16, at approximately 8:45 p.m., a female suspect took interest in a trio bridal set. When the sales associate bent down, the suspect returned the set. The sales associate realized the engagement ring was not from the store. The female suspect lef ...
SMASH AND GRAB – BOCA RATON, FL
On 10/25/16, at approximately 8:46 p.m., two suspects committed a smash and grab robbery. The suspects demanded all sales associates to get down. Then they used sledge hammers to smash display cases. Both suspects wore motorcycle helmets and visors. One o ...
GRAB AND RUN – CHICO, CA
On 10/24/16, at approximately 5:30 pm, two suspects asked to view watches. One of the suspects asked to compare it with a second watch. The sales associate showed the watch to the suspect. The second suspect grabbed the watch and both suspects ran from th ...
GUNPOINT ROBBERY – CHARLOTTE, N.C.
On 10/22/16, two suspects committed an armed robbery and fired a round from their firearm. However, no one was hurt. The first suspect is a 6’3” Black male. He has a medium build with a light complexion and a twist style haircut. He also has a thin mustac ...
BURGLARY – FLEMINGTON, NJ
On 10/21/16, at approximately 4:53 a.m., suspects cut the power to the store via the exterior fuse box. The suspects then gained entry by prying the front door and the security gate. They smashed showcases and stole jewelry. If you have any information re ...
BURGLARY – EASTON, PA
On 10/19/16, at approximately 11:45 p.m., two male suspect’s pried open a gold display case and took merchandise. The suspects stole the items and fled when the alarm was triggered. If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact the P ...
GILROY, CA – DISTRACTION THEFT
On 10/18/16, two female suspects entered a jewelry store carrying an infant. The suspects asked to see multiple items, including chains and rings. The sales associates brought the items to the register. The suspect then asked if the tag could be cut off t ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – NORTH OLMSTEAD, OH
On 10/16/16, at approximately 4:00 p.m., a male and a female suspect entered the store with two children. The male suspect wanted to purchase gold chains. He said he had a budget of $15,000. The sales associate presented numerous bracelets and gold chains ...
GRAB AND RUN – FOLSOM, CA
On 1/16/16, at approximately 1:56 p.m., a suspect inquired about rings. A second suspect entered shortly after the first and asked to see Bridal rings. Both suspects stood near the bridal showcase. After the second suspect was presented with a ring, he ra ...
BURGLARY – HUMBLE, TX
On 10/14/16, at approximately 2:41 p.m., four suspects pried open the front door to gain entry. One of the suspects used a crowbar to smash display cases. One of the suspects cut himself badly and left blood at the crime scene. The suspects were in the st ...
GRAB AND RUN – ROSEVILLE, MI
On 10/12/16, at approximately 1:45 p.m., a suspect came into the store a second time after he viewed items the previous week. On his first visit, the suspect said he was ready to propose to his girlfriend. On this date, the suspect stated he had the cash ...
Kim Kardashian Robbed
Paris, France – On October 3, 2016 Kim Kardashian was robbed of more than $10 million in jewelry. Click within to learn the latest details
GRAB AND RUN – LAS VEGAS, NV
On 10/12/16, at approximately 10:30 a.m., a suspect asked to see high-end watches. During the presentation, the sales associate presented a watch. At that point, the suspect pulled out a polishing cloth and used it on the watch. After using the polishing ...
GUNPOINT SMASH AND GRAB – RALEIGH, NC
On 10/11/16, at approximately 12:53 p.m., two suspects committed a gunpoint smash and grab. After briefly looking at jewelry, one of the suspects revealed a sledge hammer and began smashing display cases. The second suspect brandished a gun. They escaped ...
GRAB AND RUN – AEIAI, HI
On 10/9/16, at approximately 1:44 p.m., a suspect asked to see watches. The sales associate showed him several watches. The suspect then requested to see one of the watches. The sales associate gave the watch to the suspect. The suspect placed the watch o ...
ARMED ROBBER KILLED – CONROE, TX
On 10/3/16, four masked gunmen entered into a store and proceeded to fire shots. The owner of the store and several employees returned fire, killing one of the robbers. The other three suspects managed to escape. They all wore black clothing. If you have ...
GRAB AND RUN – CHATTANOOGA, TN
On 10/4/16, at approximately 12:00 p.m., the suspect approached the counter and was greeted by a sales associate. The suspect requested to see bridal sets in white and yellow gold. During the presentation, the suspect asked to see rings that were more exp ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – TAYLOR, MI
On 9/30/16, at approximately 7:40 p.m., two suspects asked to see high end rings. The suspects were shown several rings. After that occurred, one of the suspects said he needed to go out to his car to get money. Both men left. A few minutes later, both su ...
GRAB AND RUN – FT. WORTH, TX
On 9/28/16, at approximately 9:39 p.m., two suspects entered the store and went in different directions. One of the suspects requested to see an anniversary band. The sales associate pulled the ring from the case. Once the suspect gained possession of the ...
GRAB AND RUN – OCALA, FL
On 9/26/16, at approximately 2:45 p.m., a suspect asked to see a chain and charm together. He then asked to see a trio set. After the set was presented, the sales associate turned away to check the price. At that point, the suspect fled from the store wit ...
GRAB AND RUN – TUCSON, AZ
On 9/27/16, at approximately 6:33 p.m., a subject asked to try on a high-end watch. After trying on the watch, the subject left the store without paying for the watch. Two subjects were present at the time of the theft. One of the subjects was described a ...
GRAB AND RUN – SANTA CLARA, CA
On 9/27/16, at approximately 9:00 p.m., a subject asked to see gold chains. He said he wanted to buy a gift for his brother. The sales associate introduced themselves and the subject stated his name was Derek. An associate first showed him a 10K chain and ...
GLASS LIFT – COLUMBIA, MD
On 9/12/16, at 6:54 p.m., a suspect gained entry into a jewelry case using a wire. The suspect was described as a 40-year-old Black male. He weighs 230 pounds. He was last seen wearing a grey hat and a white Air Jordan t-shirt with red lettering. He also ...
GRAB AND RUN – UNIONTOWN, PA
On 9/20/16, at approximately 5:45 p.m., a suspect asked to see a gold necklace he had viewed earlier in the day. The sales associate gave him the chain and allowed him to look at himself in the mirror. The sales associate left the suspect and went to talk ...
ARMED ROBBERY – CARTERSVILLE, GA
On 9/19/16, at approximately 8:11 p.m., a suspect brandished a gun that he hid in a white bag. He pointed the gun at sales associates and demanded they fill his bag with merchandise. The suspect pointed to a specific showcase that contained Ruby’s, Sapphi ...
SMASH AND GRAB – EDINA, MN
On 9/21/16, at approximately 10:25 a.m., four suspects committed a smash and grab robbery of a jewelry store. The suspects were described as four black men armed with hammers. They smashed display cases and fled with jewelry. If you have any information r ...
GUNPOINT ROBBERY – CHARLOTTE, NC
On 9/17/16, at approximately 12:49 p.m., two suspects committed a gunpoint robbery. Witnesses describe the suspects as wearing wigs. One suspect was 6’0” and weighed 255 pounds. He was carrying a diaper style tote bag. The second suspect was described as ...
GRAB AND RUN – TUKWILA, WA
On 9/16/16, at approximately 1:50 p.m., a suspect asked to see gold chains. After examining a gold plated chain, the suspect asked to see a “pure gold” chain. After he tried it on he returned the chain to the sales associate. He then asked to try it on a ...
SMASH AND GRAB – MEMPHIS, TN
On 9/10/16, three men committed a robbery. One of the suspects used a hammer to smash open a display case and took jewelry. After that point, a second man armed with a gun entered the store and demanded more jewelry. Both men fled into a jeep which was dr ...
GLASS LIFT – CHARLESTON, WV
On 9/13/16, at approximately 4:50 p.m., a male and female suspect conversed with a sales associate. The suspects asked to see various items and also had their jewelry cleaned. During the time the suspects were looking at merchandise, a third individual en ...
SMASH AND GRAB – HOUSTON, TX
On 9/13/16, at approximately 5:40 p.m., four suspects smashed display cases with hammers. At least one suspect was also armed with a gun. The suspects took jewelry and fled. The suspects wore ski masks. If you have any information regarding the identity ...
EMPLOYEE IN CRITICAL CONDITION -TAMPA BAY, FL
On 9/6/16, at approximately 7:11 p.m., a male suspect stole two items of jewelry; a bracelet and a gold necklace. The suspect fled from the store while being chased by a sales associate. The suspect entered a silver newer model Chevrolet Camaro. At that p ...
Gang of Five Arrested at Trade Show
On September 13, 2016 in Hong Kong, a group of five thieves were arrested.
JSA Offers Reward After Sales Associate Left in Critical Condition
Brandon, FL – September 6, 2016
At 7:11 p.m. the black male suspect featured carried out a grab and run at a mall retail jewelry store.
DISTRACTION THEFT – EFFINGHAM, IL
On 9/10/16, at approximately 12:05 p.m., two suspects were shown gold chains by a sales associate. The sales manager noticed the sales associate had four items out on the presentation pad at once. The manager used a code word and stepped in to secure the ...
GRAB AND RUN – MCLEAN, VA
On 9/9/16, at approximately 12:10 p.m., a suspect inquired about gold chains. He tried on a chain and asked to see a second chain as well. The sales associate had the second chain in her possession. The suspect then grabbed it from her hand and fled from ...
GRAB AND RUN – OCOEE, FL
On 9/7/16, at approximately 5:15 p.m., two female suspects inquired about bridal sets. During the sales presentation, the sales associate handed each woman a bridal set. At that point, the suspects ran from the store with the items. One suspect fell on th ...
SNEAK THEFT – FLORENCE, S.C.
On 9/5/16, at approximately 6:42 p.m., a suspect inquired about a gold bracelet in a display case. He asked if he could see a second bracelet to compare it with. At this point the suspect had possession of one bracelet and the sales associate had possess ...
SMASH AND GRAB – STRONGSVILLE, OH
On 9/1/16, at approximately 8:00 p.m., a suspect entered a store with a sledgehammer. He smashed display cases and stole jewelry. The suspect escaped into a U-Haul truck with two accomplices. The suspects were chased by the police. One 20-year-old male h ...
SMASH AND GRAB – SPRINGFIELD, MO
On 9/1/16, at approximately 3:45 p.m., three men stormed into a jewelry store carrying hammers. The suspects smashed display cases and stole jewelry. Police arrested one suspect, however, two remain at large. The suspects may have fled in a gray Dodge Neo ...
GRAB AND RUN – HOOVER, AL
On 8/31/16, at approximately 11:45 a.m., a male suspect inquired about woman’s wedding bands. The suspect claimed to have a credit card for the store. He did not allow the sales associate to view the card. The suspect was presented with several rings. Onc ...
SMASH AND GRAB – MEMPHIS, TN
On 8/27/16, four individuals committed a robbery of a local jewelry store. The suspects smashed display cases with hammers and took high end merchandise. The four suspects escaped in two vehicles; a black Chevy pickup and a white sedan. The suspects are d ...
GRAB AND RUN – AURORA, CO
On 8/28/16, a suspect inquired about bridal merchandise. While standing at the bridal case, the sales associate removed a one carat ring and gave it to the suspect. The suspect then requested to see a second ring. He wanted to compare the items. The sales ...
GRAB AND RUN – BAKERSFIELD, CA
On 8/26/16, at approximately 6:40 p.m., the sales associate presented the suspect with a chain, which he tried on. The suspect inquired about several other items and asked to see them. The sales associate told the suspect he could only view one item at a ...
ARMED ROBBERY – ASHEVILLE, NC
On 8/24/16, at approximately 10:30 a.m., two suspects committed a gunpoint robbery at a jewelry store. After entering the store, the suspects brandished a gun and said “Everybody hands up. Step away.” The suspects then smashed three display cases and stol ...
DISTACTION THEFT – PEMBROKE PINES, FL
On 8/21/16, at approximately 4:00 p.m., a female suspect was being assisted by a sales associate. The suspect had two minor children with her. After viewing several pieces of jewelry, the suspect left without making a purchase. The sales associate realize ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – WATERFORD, CT
On 8/20/16, at approximately 7:00 p.m., a subject requested to look at a heart ring. He held the ring up in a way that caused the sales associate to turn her body to look at the ring. As this occurred, the showcase was unlocked. While the suspect was dist ...
SMASH AND GRAB – NOVI, MI
On 8/20/16, at approximately 6:00 p.m., three suspects used hammers to commit a smash and grab robbery. The suspects smashed open jewelry display cases and stole watches. The suspects then fled in a Chrysler 200. The suspects have been described as Black ...
GRAB AND RUN – KANSAS CITY, MO
On 8/18/16, at approximately 7:45 p.m., a male suspect requested to look at gold chains. The sales associate handed the suspect two gold chains. The suspect placed the chains around his neck, then requested to see diamond studs. The sales associate asked ...
SMASH AND GRAB – PHILADELPHIA, PA
On 8/17/16, at approximately 10:26 A.M., three subjects used rubber mallets to commit a robbery. The suspects smashed showcases and stole a large quantity of merchandise. The first subject is described as a black male with a thin build. He wore black clot ...
ARMED ROBBERY – LANCASTER, PA
On 8/17/16, between 9:00 a.m. and 9:27 a.m., a suspect displayed a handgun. He ordered two sales associates to a back room. He then tied their hands and removed merchandise, placing them into bags. Shortly thereafter, he left the store. If you have any in ...
Fugitive Caught After 26 Years On The Run
On August, 14, 2016, 66-year-old Anibal Mustelier was arrested for a string of violent and brazen jewelry crimes.
GRAB AND RUN – KILLEEN, TX
On 8/15/16, at approximately 8:30 p.m., a subject stated he wanted to buy a ring for his wife. As soon as the sales associates presented an item the suspect asked to see, the suspect grabbed it and fled from the store. The suspect was described as a Black ...
Attempted Robber Shot and Killed
On August 6, 2016 a would-be robber was shot and killed after brandishing his handgun.
Attempted Robbers Gun Breaks Apart
On August 7, 2016 this subject attempted to rob a jewelry store, however, his gun fell apart as he tried to fire his weapon.
Subject Robs Jewelry Store
The subject passed a note to a sales associate with instructions and a warning.
Watch Thief
On July 15, 2016 at approximately 4:30 p.m. this suspect grabbed a high-end watch and fled.
GRAB AND RUN – ELIZABETH, NJ
On 8/12/16, at approximately 4:45 p.m., a subject inquired about men’s rings. The subject selected a ring. The sales associate turned away to process the transaction. When the associate turned back around, the ring was gone. The subject stated he returned ...
GRAB AND RUN – TACOMA, WA
On 8/10/16, at approximately 2:30 p.m., a suspect inquired about loose diamonds. As soon as the sales associate presented the diamonds to the suspect, he grabbed them and ran from the store. The suspect was described as a 23-year-old African American male ...
Thwarted Smash and Grab
On August 3, 2016, four subjects used machetes and an axe in a London smash and grab attempt.
HOUSTON, TX – DIAMOND SWITCH
On 8/9/16, at approximately 6:00 p.m., a sales associate was assisting a suspect who wanted to see diamond bands. The suspect wanted to see a 1 carat band. After being shown the ring, he wanted to see a 2 carat band. As the sales associate went into the d ...
BURGLARY – LINCOLN, NE
On 8/9/16, at approximately 3:30 a.m., surveillance footage captured a white male suspect burglarizing a jewelry store. The suspect is approximately 6’2” tall and weighs 190 pounds. He has a large beard and several tattoos. If you have any information reg ...
GRAB AND RUN – WHEATON, MD
On 8/6/16, at approximately 5:30 p.m., a subject completed a credit application and selected a bracelet to purchase. The subject’s credit was declined. She then tried to use a pre-paid bank card. As the sales associate was processing the sale, the bracele ...
ATTEMPTED ROBBERY- NEW YORK, NY
On 8/7/16, at approximately 4:00 p.m., a subject inquired about a chain in a display case. As one of the sales associates went in the back of the store to get the key, the subject brandished an air gun and held it up to the female associates head. The wo ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – ROSEMONT, IL
On 7/30/16, at approximately 1:00 p.m., a male and female subject inquired about purchasing gold. The sales associate showed multiple gold chains. The male subject asked to see multiple chains at one time. He clumped the chains in his hand, as if he was e ...
Fairfield Police Seek Woman In Jewelry Theft
On July 30, 2016, this white female allegedly stole several pieces of jewelry from a store in Fairfield, CT.
GRAB AND RUN – HAYWARD, CA
On 8/2/16, at approximately 2:15 p.m., a suspect requested to see solitaires. After one was presented, he grabbed it and ran from the store. The suspect was described as a 30-year-old African American male. He is 5’10” and weighs 200 pounds. He has tattoo ...
SMASH AND GRAB – NORTH WALES, PA
On 8/22/16, at approximately 11:24 a.m. three subjects smashed jewelry display cases with hammers and stole jewelry. All three wore black clothing and masks. The subjects were described as three Black males. The robbery took only 36 seconds. If you have a ...
ARMED ROBBERY – GREENVILLE, S.C
On 7/30/16, shortly before 5:00 p.m., two subjects took part in an armed robbery of a jewelry store. Both subjects wore motorcycle helmets. Only one of the subjects entered the store. He displayed a gun, walked directly to the watch showcase and broke the ...
Grab and Run Fugitives
On July 26, 2016 at 2:21 p.m., two black male subjects committed a grab and run theft . The subjects pretended they did not know each other to facilitate the crime.
DIAMOND SWITCH – SUMTER, S.C.
On 7/28/16, at approximately 2:00 p.m., a male subject inquired about diamond earrings. The sales associate removed an earring and gave it to the subject. The subject held it up to his ear, examined it, and then gave it back to the sales associate. After ...
ARMED ROBBERY – CHATHAM, NJ
On 7/28/16, at approximately 11:25 a.m., three suspects committed an armed robbery. One of the suspects was described a 50-year-old black male with a skinny build. The second suspect was described as a young black male. He is about 6 feet tall. One of the ...
GRAB AND RUN – LITHONIA, GA
On 7/27/16, at approximately 1:30 p.m., a female subject asked to see a gold bracelet. The female looked at several bracelets. She then said she had to meet a friend and she would be back. At approximately 4:50 p.m., the same female returned to the store. ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – LIVINGSTON, NJ
On 7/24/16, at approximately 5:30 p.m., a sales associate was assisting a female subject.At that point the phone rang and the sales associate answered it. The sales associate put a gold chain down beside the computer while she answered the phone. When the ...
ARMED ROBBERY – LAS VEGAS, NV
On 7/21/16, at approximately 8:25 p.m., three suspects committed a gunpoint robbery of a jewelry store. They smashed showcases and stole jewelry. One suspect fired a round during the robbery, however, no one was hit. All three suspects wore ski masks. If ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – GOODLETTSVILLE, TN
On 7/18/16, at approximately 8:21 p.m., a couple went to a ring display case. The male subject took something from his pocket while his female accomplice ensured no sales associates were watching. She also did not allow anyone to speak to them and refuse ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – MIAMI, FL
On 7/19/16, at approximately 4:20 p.m., two females started looking at gold jewelry. At one point during the presentation both subjects had their hands in the showcase at the same time. When the subjects went to be rang up for the item they selected, one ...
GRAB AND RUN – CHATTANOOGA, TN
On 7/8/16, at approximately 1:45 p.m., a suspect stated he was getting married. The sales associate showed him an item, but the suspect said it was too plain. The suspect then asked to see a four carat ring. As soon as he was shown a four carat ring, he g ...
SNEAK THEFT – CHARLESTON, WV
On 6/16/16, at approximately 11:45 a.m., a female subject asked about a credit card application. She then began looking at merchandise in the cases. The sales associate went to a different part of the kiosk, and shortly after an actual customer told her t ...
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI
On 7/14/16, five suspects committed a robbery of a jewelry store. The five suspects used two U-Haul pickup trucks in the commission of the crime. Two suspects remained outside the front door and three others rushed into the store. The suspects came into t ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – ORLANDO, FL
On 7/12/16, at approximately 8:42 p.m., a male and female guest stole a bracelet and chain from a jewelry store. The female suspect flashed a large amount of cash in her handbag and stated she was going to purchase eight items. The sales associate showed ...
GRAB AND RUN – BLUEFIELD, WV
On 7/11/16, at approximately 6:45 p.m., two subjects were looking at necklaces at the kiosk. One subject asked to try on necklaces to see how they looked. The subject stated that he wanted to purchase the necklaces. While the sales associate began to ring ...
GRAB AND RUN – LAKE JACKSON, TX
On 7/9/16, at approximately 12:55 p.m., a suspect asked to view solitaire rings. He asked several questions about the diamonds. At one point he grabbed a single ring from the sales associates and ran from the store. The suspect was described as an Africa ...
GRAB AND RUN – SAN ANTONIO, TX
On 7/3/16, at approximately 6:45 p.m., two subject were shown diamond rings. They grabbed two of the three rings and then fled from the store. The first suspect was described as a Hispanic male in his 40’s. He is 5’8 and balding. He had a Spurs tattoo on ...
ARMED ROBBERY – WOODBURN, OR
On 7/2/16, at approximately 10:26 am, three suspects entered a jewelry store. After looking for three minutes in the store, one of the suspects revealed two guns and pointed them at sales associates while the other two suspects hopped over the cases. They ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – AURORA, CO
On 7/4/16, at approximately 5:15 p.m., a subject asked to see men’s diamond rings. The sales associate presented two rings to the subject. The subject paid for one with cash. The sales associate was doing inventory counts thirty minutes later and discover ...
GRAB AND RUN – KANSAS CITY, MO
On 7/3/16, at approximately 1:30 p.m, a female asked to see earrings. The sales associate showed her several pairs. The sales associate then placed a pair of earrings on the counter. The suspect stated her sister was on the phone and grabbed the pair of e ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – HAMMOND, LA
On 7/3/16, at approximately 4:25 p.m., a male and female subject inquired about gold chains, bracelets and watches. The subjects picked 11 pieces they wanted to purchase. They also showed the sales associate a large amount of cash they had to pay for the ...
GRAB AND RUN – LOUISVILLE, KY
On 6/30/16, at approximately 7:30 p.m., a subject inquired about anniversary bands. When he was shown a three stone ring he simply, walked out of the store. The sales associate asked for the stone back, but the subject quickly walked outside to a waiting ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – MARLBOROUGH, MA
On 6/28/16, at approximately 1:10 p.m., three male subjects requested to see gold chains. The sales associate presented a chain to each subject separately. According to the sales associate, she turned away to answer the store phone. When she turned back o ...
ARMED ROBBERY – PORTCHESTER, NY
On 6/27/16, at approximately 7:00 p.m., a male subject approached a sales associate and handed them a note stating he had a gun and wanted all of the diamond rings. The sales associate placed multiple diamond rings into a bag and handed it to the subject. ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – EDISON, NJ
On 6/23/16, at approximately 5:48 pm, a subject held a catalog in hand and asked a sales associate to see a ring from a particular case. While he was looking at the ring, he held it at a distance, to distract the sales associate. The subject then told the ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – CABAZON, CA
On 6/23/16, a sales associate assisted a couple in viewing high-end watches. The couple decided that they wanted to purchase two watches. While the couple and the sales associate were at the counter, the couple asked the sales associate if they could see ...
SMASH AND GRAB – PORTLAND, OREGON
On 6/22/13, at approximately 1:35 pm, a subject went directly to a high end watch case and proceeded to remove a hand-held sledgehammer from his waist. He smashed the top of the glass repeatedly until it broke. He then grabbed 3 watches before running out ...
SMASH AND GRAB – TROY, MI
On 6/21/16, at approximately 6:15 p.m., two suspects removed small hammers and began to break display cases of jewelry. The suspects escaped with about 6 watches. Both suspects are described as Black males. The first suspect wore a white shirt, tan jacket ...
GRAB AND RUN – PORT ARTHUR, TX
On 6/20/16, at approximately 6:20 p.m., a subject asked to see wedding sets. He spent twenty to thirty minutes in the location. When the sales associate took a piece from the case and had it in her hand, the subject asked if he could see how heavy it was. ...
JEWELER MISCONDUCT – VENTURA, CA
On 6/16/16, a Ventura jewelry store owner named Ara Ghazarian, 54 was arrested. He is accused of switching customer’s diamonds with moissanite. In May 2016, one of Ghazarian’s customers knew something was wrong with her ring. When she took it to second je ...
Evan Scott
The subject has been accused of being a gunman in two robberies in Southern California.
Grab and run theft Subject
On June 11, 2016, the subject in the accompanying image committed a grab and run theft from a Jewelry store in New York. This is the third crime he has committed in a span of two weeks.
GRAB AND RUN – ASHEVILLE, N.C.
On 6/13/16, at approximately 5:55 p.m. a subject was shown two pieces of jewelry and then grabbed them and fled from the store. The male subject was wearing white pants with a blue and white striped button down shirt. The subject also had blonde hair and ...
Armed Robbery
On June 15, 2016 at approximately 5:40 p.m., a subject entered a jewelry for the third time in the same day. On his third entry he displayed a gun and stole a large quantity of jewelry.
DIAMOND SWITCH – FLORENCE, AL
On 6/15/16, at approximately 2:45 p.m., a female subject inquired about silver diamond bands. She was shown an anniversary band that matched her description. Then the subject’s sister entered the store asking questions, which gave the subject the opportun ...
SNEAK THEFT – PANAMA CITY, FL
On 6/13/16, at approximately 8:45 p.m., two guests were shopping for jewelry with a sales associate. As one guest was deciding on purchasing a ring, the other guest was left unattended for approximately five minutes with a gold plated chain. When the sale ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – GREENDALE, WI
On 6/11/16, at approximately 5:00 p.m., a sales associate was assisting a male and female couple. The male subject asked to see a pair of gold diamond earrings. The sales associate presented the earrings on a presentation pad. The female subject then bega ...
ARMED ROBBERY – RALEIGH, NC
On 6/11/16, at approximately 9:40 pm, two employees of a jewelry store took the store’s deposit to the night drop in the mall. As the associates approached the night drop, a subject came out from a utility room and brandished a gun. He told them that he w ...
CHAIN SWITCH – BRONX, NY
On 6/9/16, at approximately 2:10 p.m., a couple asked to see a gold chain. While trying on the chain, the male subject switched it with one he had in his possession. The sales associate noticed the switch and questioned the subject about the switch. The m ...
GUNPOINT SMASH AND GRAB ROBBERY – PLANTATION, FL
On 6/3/16, at approximately 2:00 p.m.,, two subjects committed a gunpoint robbery of a jewelry store. One of the subjects inquired about items inside of the display case while the second subject revealed a gun and ordered customers to the back of the stor ...
GUNPOINT ROBBERS APPREHENDED
On May 30, 2016 three men committed a gunpoint robbery of a jewelry store in Sumter, S.C. The three suspects have been arrested and have been charged with robbery, conspiracy, kidnapping and possession of a weapon during a violent crime.
GRAB & RUN – TULSA, OKLAHOMA
On 6/6/16, at approximately 2:20 p.m., a male subject inquired about bridal sets. He stated he had been in the store the previous week and wanted to compare different pieces before making a final purchase. The sales associate handed the subject one of the ...
BRAZEN SMASH AND GRAB ROBBERY
On June 4, 2016 three suspects committed a smash and grab robbery in Fresno, CA. The suspects assaulted an employee and then escaped with $40,000 worth of jewelry.
SMASH AND GRAB – FRESNO, CA
On 6/4/16, two men stole tens of thousands of dollars’ worth of jewelry. The suspects were looking at jewelry in a display case. One of them then pulled out a hammer and smashed the glass. A sales associate went to the area, but was shoved away by one of ...
BURGLARY – SILVER SPRING, MD
On 5/21/16, at approximately 8:45 a.m., a man entered a department store and stole $150,000 worth of jewelry. Investigators from the Montgomery County Police say the suspect threw a rock through the store’s front glass windows. He then proceeded to smash ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – GRAND JUNCTION, CO
â" On 5/12/16, at approximately 6:40 p.m., two females came into a store together. One of the women expressed interest in gold chains for her husband. The sales associate removed a tray of gold chains and presented several pieces to the woman. The woman ...
SMASH AND GRAB – LAS VEGAS, NV
On 5/19/16, at approximately 10:40 p.m., five suspects committed a violent robbery of a high end jewelry store. The suspects smashed display cases and stole a large quantity of watches. The security guard was pistol whipped and sustained wounds to the hea ...
DIAMOND SWITCH – FOXBOROUGH, MA
On 5/18/16, at approximately 12:15 p.m. a couple committed a diamond switch. The couple asked for 1 carat diamond earrings. The female tried on a set and did not seem interested in the earrings. She returned them and then left the store. The sales associa ...
BURGLARY – CORPUS CHRISTI, TX
On 5/16/16, approximately $500,000 in jewelry was stolen in a burglary. The suspect broke through the concrete wall in the rear of the building to gain entry. Investigators believe the suspect is an Adult male in his 30’s. He has a medium build and dark h ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – SAN JOSE, CA
On 5/15/16, at approximately 1:00 p.m., two suspects approached the kiosk and requested to see gold chains. The female suspect became frustrated and confused the sales associate with multiple requests. During the presentation, the sales associate lost tra ...
BURGLARY – CRYSTAL LAKE, IL
On 5/13/16, at approximately 12:28 midnight, burglars smashed out the front door to a jewelry store. They entered and then smashed two glass watch display cases. They made off with 79 watches. Investigators are looking for a person of interest that has be ...
GRAB AND RUN – SIOUX FALLS, SD
On 5/4/16, at approximately 8:55 p.m., a suspect asked to see gold chains and then moved on to look at earrings; he said he was missing one of his. He first asked to see the yellow gold earrings and then another pair of earrings. Both sets were on the pre ...
GRAB AND RUN – SANTA ROSA, CA
On 5/7/16, at approximately 10:50 a.m., two suspects took part in a grab and run theft. The first suspect requested to see diamond earrings. After the sales associate presented items, the suspect grabbed the earrings and ran from the store. The second sus ...
GRAB AND RUN – ELYRIA, OHIO
On 5/4/16, at approximately 4:00 p.m., a male suspect entered the kiosk and was recognized by a sales associate who previously sold him a chain. The suspect stated that he wanted to look at larger chains. At that point the sales associate removed a rope c ...
ATTEMPTED ROBBERY – WALNUT, CA
On 5/9/16, at 4:30 p.m., three suspects wearing all black tried to hold up a jewelry store with automatic weapons. Two armed security guards were stationed outside the front door. The suspects began firing their weapons, as they ran up the stairs. The sec ...
Grab and Run Thief
The subject pictured above asked a sales associate if the store sold 24 Karat solid gold chains.
Jewelry Fences Arrested
The manager and co-owner of a jewelry store in Bettendorf, Iowa were arrested on May 4, 2016 for knowingly being in possession of stolen property.
ATTEMPTED ROBBER ARRESTED – GARDEN CITY, NY
On 5/7/16, at approximately 5:10 p.m, a subject in his early 60’s entered a jewelry store and said he wanted to buy a watch. He took a hammer from his backpack and placed it on the counter. As this was happening, the security guard was aware that this sub ...
ARMED ROBBER ARRESTED
On May 5, 2016 41-year-old, Humberto Herrera was arrested Homestead, FL. Herrera is accused of committing an armed robbery at a department store on May 3, 2016 in Homestead, FL.
GRAB AND RUN – ORLANDO, FL
On 5/4/16, at approximately 8:40 p.m., two male subjects approached the jewelry counter near the rear of a store. The sales associate proceeded to assist the subjects. Each subject asked to look at individual watches. As soon as they placed the watches on ...
Smash and Grab Robbery
A team of three suspects committed a smash and grab robbery of a jewelry store in Santa Barbara, California on March 29, 2016.
SMASH AND GRAB – INDIANAPOLIS, IN
On 5/4/16, at approximately 4:00 p.m., two suspects robbed an Indianapolis department store while armed with an ax. The suspects smashed into glass display cases and stole jewelry. They then fled in a Chevrolet Impala. If you have any information regardin ...
GRAB & RUN – LONE TREE, CO
On 5/2/16, at approximately 1:30 p.m., a suspect asked to see diamond engagement rings. He said his budget was about $8,000. The suspect pulled out an envelope and flashed a large amount of bills to the sales associate. As the presentation continued, the ...
GRAB AND RUN – ALBANY, NY
On 4/28/16, a suspect asked to look at two pair of earrings to compare them. When she was finished looking at them she said thank you and she fled the mall with the earrings. The suspect is described as an African American female. She is 100 pounds and 5’ ...
Well Planned Robbery
On May 1, 2016, at approximately 12:15 p.m., a man in his mid-twenties, his older brother and a female committed a gunpoint robbery in Chandigarh, India.
GRAB AND RUN THIEF APPREHENDED
Meridan Police have arrested Marcus Coats in connection with a grab and run theft on April 27, 2016.
DISTRACTION THEFT – CHEEKTOWAGA, NY
On 4/30/16, at approximately 4:11 p.m., a suspect requested to see various gold chains. The suspect confused the sales associate by requesting to see several different chains and at one point the sales associate had three chains out of the showcase at onc ...
ARMED ROBBERY – MIAMI, FL
On 4/28/16, at approximately 6:30 p.m., a subject came into the store as the owner was closing up. The subject began to look at some items and then displayed a handgun. He used the gun to force the owner to empty a trash bin in the back of the business. ...
GRAB & RUN – SEATTLE, WA
On 4/19/16, at approximately 8:55 p.m., two suspects walked to the diamond showcase and asked to see a ring. The first suspect looked at three different rings. On the last presentation, the suspect ran from the store. The second suspect froze and the sale ...
Six Robbers Take Gold
On April 26, 2016, a jewelry store was robbed. The store’s security guards were threatened at gunpoint.
Diamond Switch
On April 20, 2016 a jewelry store in Frankfort, IL was the victim of a diamond switch with a CZ.
ARMED ROBBERY – COACHELLA, CA
On 4/24/16, at approximately 4:00 p.m., a man committed a gunpoint robbery of a jewelry store. The subject brandished a gun toward the cashier and demanded money. The subject then ran out of the store on foot and headed west. The subject was described as ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – CINCINNATI, OH
On 4/25/16, at approximately 12:00 p.m., a female subject stated she wanted to see gold chains. The subject stated she had been ripped off in the past by not buying real gold. She also stated she had tax money and said she only wanted to see 14 Karat go ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – HOOVER, AL
On 4/17/16, at approximately 3:40 p.m., two subjects looked at anniversary bands. The subjects brought two pieces of CZ Jewelry into the store with them. The subjects were then shown multiple pieces and asked sales associates many questions as they shuffl ...
GUNPOINT ROBBERY – TRUMBULL, CT
On 4/20/16, at approximately 6:00 p.m., a subject committed a gunpoint robbery of a jewelry store. The subject approached an employee and raised the waist of his pants, revealing, what appeared to be a gun. The suspect told the employee to open the regist ...
Former Employee Staged Kidnapping
According to the Henderson Police Department 38-year-old Brian Kleynen was arrested on April 19, 2016 in connection to a double homicide as well staging his own kidnapping.
UPDATE TO HENDERSON, NV DOUBLE HOMICIDE
According to the Henderson Police Department 38-year-old Brian Kleynen was arrested on 4/19/16 in connection to a double homicide. Investigators believe Kleynen staged his own kidnapping in order to rob a jewelry store. After midnight on April 12, police ...
Shots Fired in Armed Robbery
On April 16, 2016 in Carcar, Philippines, at least eight men robbed a jewelry store and shot two security guards.
GUNPOINT ROBBERY
On April 15, 2016 in Escazu, Costa Rica, four men stole from a store that sells high-end watches and jewelry.
SHOTS FIRED IN ARMED ROBBERY
Carcar, Philippines â" April 16, 2016 According to Investigators at least eight men robbed a jewelry store and shot two security guards. The suspects concealed their identities and spoke in different languages to confuse the victims. At least four of the ...
Deira Lorenzo Whitehorn
According to Investigators 23-year-old Deira Lorenzo Whitehorn, committed two grab and runs and two jewelry stores.
KIDNAPPED JEWELER KILLS ASSAILANTS – HENDERSON, NV
On 4/12/16, two subjects went to the home of a jeweler and told him they had one of his employees bound with zip ties. The two subjects ordered the jeweler to come with them in their car. The jeweler complied and entered the backseat of the subjects’ Niss ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – BUFFALO, NY
On 4/11/16, at approximately 8:25 p.m., a subject requested to see various watches over a 45 minute time period. The subject confused the sales associate by taking his own watch on and off and placing it on the counter pad and requesting to see other watc ...
GLASS LIFT – PINEVILLE, NC
On 4/12/16, two male suspects committed a glass lift on a display case of a jewelry store. One of the suspects made sure all of the associates were kept on the other side of the store, facing away from the display case. There was a small chip on the botto ...
GRAB & RUN – JONESBORO, AR
On 4/14/16, at approximately 1:00 p.m., a female and male suspect committed a theft. While looking at earrings, the female suspect grabbed a pair of diamond earrings and ran out of the store. The male suspect then ran out of the store following the femal ...
ARMED ROBBERY – CHARLOTTE, NC
On 4/1/16, a suspect told an employee that he wanted to look at charm bracelets. As soon as the employee turned her back, the suspect put a gun to her back and said “This is a robbery.” The suspect first asked for cash but was very nervous once he was at ...
SHOOTOUT – THOUSAND OAKS, CA
On 4/12/16, at approximately 1:00 p.m., an owner of a jewelry store engaged in a shootout with a suspect who attempted to rob him. The suspect was wounded before he fled. He got into a car driven by another person. They then fled the scene. The owner of t ...
GRAB AND RUN – TUKWILA, WA
On 4/10/16, a suspect asked to see men’s diamond rings. Once the suspect identified which ring he wanted to see the sales associate presented the ring. At this point, the suspect immediately ran from the store with the ring. The sales associate and a gues ...
GRAB & RUN – MEMPHIS, TN
On 4/9/16, at approximately 12:35 p.m., a suspect inquired about earrings. He was shown a set that he wanted to compare to another pair of earrings. As the sales associate pulled the second set of earrings out, the suspect grabbed them and ran from the st ...
BURGLARY – SOUTHAVEN, MS
On 4/5/16, at approximately 3:30 a.m., three suspects committed a burglary of a jewelry store. Responding officers found the front door shattered and smashed display cases. All three suspects are African American males. One was described as wearing a whit ...
SHOTS FIRED IN ATTEMPTED ROBBERY – SAN DIEGO, CA
On 4/2/16, at approximately 8:00 p.m., a group of four males emerged from a vehicle and rushed into a jewelry store. An armed security guard was on duty inside the store. Two of the suspects grabbed the guards arm. The guard was able to break free. He the ...
GRAB AND RUN – COLONIE, NY
At approximately 5:00 p.m., a male and female suspect approached a jewelry counter and asked to see earrings. The sales associate showed one set at a time. After displaying the merchandise the sales associate went to place them back in the showcase. At th ...
TRAVELING SALESMEN ROBBED – MONROEVILLE, PA
On 4/2/16, two traveling jewelry salesmen from New Jersey were accosted and robbed of $1.2 million worth of jewelry outside of a café in Pennsylvania. At least four individuals attacked the salesmen. The suspects broke into the victim’s vehicle and took m ...
Queens, NY Robbery Suspect
This individual is wanted for a gunpoint robbery of a jewelry store. He pulled out a gun and demanded watches, gold and diamonds.
ARMED ROBBERY – WALDORF, MD
On 4/2/16, a subject displayed a handgun shortly after entering a jewelry store. He ordered the sales associate to open the bridal case. She complied and gave him the merchandise he demanded. The subject was methodical about the merchandise he took. He pu ...
GRAB & RUN – RIVERSIDE, CA
On 3/31/16, at approximately 10:15 a.m., a subject asked to see a necklace from a display case. When the employee took the necklace out, the man grabbed it and ran out of the store. Witnesses saw the subject get into a dark green Honda Civic coupe. If you ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA
On 3/17/16, at approximately 4:15 p.m., two subjects committed a distraction theft. One of the subjects said he wanted to have his jewelry cleaned, while a second subject distracted the owner. Surveillance footage captured one of the subjects attempting ...
ARMED ROBBERY – LAKE JACKSON, TX
On 3/29/16, at approximately 10:15 a.m., three male subjects committed a gunpoint robbery. The first suspect pushed sales associates into the bathroom; he said “we’re here to take your stuff”. The second suspect stood guard at the bathroom door. The first ...
DISTRACTION THEFT – BENTON, AR
On 3/22/16, at approximately 4:41 p.m., two black female subjects asked to view a diamond ring. The suspects asked if the store had a layaway plan. When the employee went to ask a store associate, the two women left the store with the diamond. One of the ...
Dapper Grab and Run Suspect
On March 24, 2016, the suspect in the image inquired about high-end watches. He was given a watch and then asked if he could compare it to another watch.
DISTRACTION THEFT – PEMBROKE PINES, FL
On 3/23/16, at approximately 2:36 p.m., two African American females committed a distraction theft. A sales associate was presenting merchandise from the diamond earring display case. While the associate opened the case to put back a pair of earrings, the ...
Anthony Kenneth Gordon
This suspect in the accompanying image, has been identified as the culprit in a grab and run theft of a jewelry store.
GRAB AND RUN – PORTLAND, OREGON
On 3/21/16, at approximately 4:10 p.m., an associate was presenting a white gold diamond ring. The suspect was handed the wedding ring. He took one look at the wedding ring and then fled from the store. The suspect is described as a 23-year-old White male ...
ARMED ROBBERY – LAS VEGAS, NV
On 3/19/16, at approximately 5:30 p.m., two armed suspects wearing hats and sunglasses entered a jewelry store. A female suspect entered first. The second suspect of an unknown gender entered behind the first suspect. The suspects demanded cash and jewelr ...
GRAB & RUN – BROCKTON, MA
On 3/19/16, at approximately 5:00 p.m., a suspect inquired about a pair of diamond earrings. After the suspect selected earrings, the sales associate attempted to process the sale. The suspect's credit card was declined. After the associate told the susp ...
Diamond Switch Thief Strikes Again!
Infamous Diamond Switcher known as ‘Mike Lynch’ struck again in Smyrna, GA
Gunpoint Robbery Suspect Arrested
Raleigh, N.C. – 18-year-old Olusegun Daniel Olorunlona was charged with robbery with a dangerous weapon and conspiracy to commit robbery with a dangerous weapon.
‘Mike Lynch’ Wanted for Diamond Switch
A white male suspect, known as “Mike Lynch” switched a 2.15 carat diamond for a cubic zirconia in a retail jewelry store in Smyrna, GA.
Burglary Protection For Jewelers
Police and jewelers must respond to all alarm signals promptly, and examination of only the ground floor doors and windows is not sufficient.
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