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 men’s fashion showcase. After being greeted, the subject requested to view an item from the showcase. The team member unlocked the showcase and removed the item of interest. During the presentation, the minor child, standing behind the male subject, was able to slide the showcase door open and removed a charm and men’s square earrings. The male subject distracted the team member while the minor child entered the showcase. The minor child concealed the items in his pocket. The male subject and the minor child then exit the store. The adult male was described as White, 40 to 50-years-old, 5’10”, with a heavy build, white t-shirt, and dark pants. The minor child was also described as White. The child is a boy between 5 to 7=years-old. He was last seen wearing overalls.  If you have any information regarding these subjects, please contact the Jewelers’ Security Alliance at jsa2@jewelerssecurity.org or 212-687-0328

 

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