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 the suspects. The duo then fled the store with gold rings. Employees suspect a third man may have been involved. He was likely there to distract them. He inquired about repairing a damaged cell phone screen. One of the employees chased the suspects, however, both men escaped. In total, the suspects escaped with $40,000 worth of merchandise. If you have information regarding the identity of the individuals involved in this offense, please call the Fresno Police at 559-621-7000.

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SMASH AND GRAB – FRESNO, CA

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