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 his coat over the counter with his backpack. He opened his backpack and removed medication. The suspect then leaned over the counter and placed jewelry into his backpack. The couple then both stood up and left the store without making a purchase. The theft was not discovered until two days later. The male suspect was described as a 47-year-old Black male with a medium build. He is dark skinned and bald. He has some facial hair and was last seen wearing blue jogging pants with white stripes on the sides. He also wore a brown shirt and dark jacket. The female suspect is a 35-year-old White woman. She has blond hair and wore a blue sweater with dark pants and a pink shirt. If you have any information regarding the identities of these suspects, please contact the Aurora Police Department at 630-256-5000.