San Diego, CA- Stolen Credit Card used to purchase 35K in watches.

San Diego, CA– On Sunday, November 30, 2025, at approximately 16:30, a guest entered the store and was assisted by an employee.  The guest inquired about preowned Rolex watches.  After about 15 minutes of trying on different watches, the Manager joined to assist and confirm the sale.  The subject utilized a credit card that was initially declined due to a fraud alert but approved on the second attempt.  The purchased watches valued at 35K, were later determined to be a purchased using a stolen credit card.  

If you have any information regarding this incident or information on these criminals, please contact the Jewelers’ Security Alliance at jsa2@jewelerssecurity.org or 212-687-0328.

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