All posts by : Ryan Ruddock

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. No physical description of the subjects was provided. If you have any information regarding these subjects, please contact the Jewelers’ Security Alliance at jsa2@jewelerssecurity.org or 212-687-0328.

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 was James. The subject stated he was looking for a bridal set of $10,000 or more. He was presented with different bridal set options. He was then shown diamond rings and wraps as another idea. The subject selected the 2ct diamond solitaire and a diamond rose gold wrap to take a picture of. Once he gained possession of both pieces, the subject fled the store. The subject was described as a Black male with a dark complexion. He is believed to be in his late 30’s or 40’s. He is 6’4″, and has a thin build. He weighs approximately 160 lbs. He was last seen wearing a dark hat, denim jacket, gloves, a mask, dark baggy pants, and Air Jordan tennis shoes. If you have any information regarding this subject, please contact the Jewelers’ Security Alliance at jsa2@jewelerssecurty.org.

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 with various merchandise and entered awaiting vehicles. The subjects were reportedly armed with handguns, but no shots were fired. At approximately 7:25 p.m., officers from the Manhattan Beach Police Department attempted to stop a vehicle, that was believed to be involved in the crime. The driver did not stop, and a police pursuit then ensued. The pursuit ended in Los Angeles, CA and resulted in five arrests. Two additional subjects were arrested in a separate traffic stop. Click here to view a press conference given by the Chief of Police of the Manhattan Beach Police Department.

On 6/24/22, the same store experienced a smash and grab robbery in which 11 subjects were involved. Click here to read more about that robbery.

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 large amount of cash and handed it over.� It was counted and determined to be short.� As the cash was being counted, the subject took the box to show the items to his friend.� When he was confronted with the short cash, he handed the box back and the cash was returned to him to be recounted. In this process, he then purchased a single item for $525.� Which he paid in cash.� He indicated that he would return later with the correct amount of cash to finish the purchase of the other items.� At the end of the shift, the drawer was counted to be $300 short.� Counts on the cases at the end of the day indicated that items were missing and determined to be those in the box that were not purchased.� When the box was opened to add those items back to the count, it was discovered that four were missing.�

Subject Descriptions:
Subject 1: White male �” possibly middle eastern. 5’10” with a thin build, in his mid 20’s. Spoke with a Middle Eastern accent.
Subject 2: White male �” possibly middle eastern. 5’5” with a heavy build, in his late 30’s or early 40’s. Spoke with a Middle Eastern accent. If you have any information regarding these subjects, please contact the Jewelers’ Security Alliance at jsa2@jewelerssecurity.org.

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.� Shortly after, the subjects returned and after browsing for approximately 5-10 minutes, subject #1 began to slam the showcase containing gold with a large rubber mallet.� As mall security approached the store, subjects #2 & #3 fled the store, while approximately 10 seconds later, subject #1 also fled the store without taking any gold jewelry out of the smashed showcase.�

Subject(s) Descriptions:

Subject #1 �” Black or mixed-race male, 18-22 years old, 6’0”, slim build.� He was last seen wearing a black beanie, a grey Nike hoodie, matching pants, and red shoes.

Subject #2 �” Black male, 18-22 years old, 6’0”, slim build, with a goatee.� He was last seen wearing a black & red sweatsuit with a butterfly on the front of his pants.

Subject #3 �” Black male, 18-22 years old, 6’0”, slim build.� He was last seen wearing light jeans, and a purple hoodie that said “fruit loops”. If you have any information regarding these subjects, please contact the Jewelers’ Security Alliance at 212-687-0328 or jsa2@jewelerssecurity.org.

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 smashing produced a small hole in the case and the subject reached in and grabbed seven chains. After reaching in, the subject noticed his arm and hand were bleeding and the two fled.

Subject Descriptions: Hispanic male, 5’6, thin, appeared and sounded very young – 16 to 18 years old, wearing a white hoodie, jeans, sneakers and a ski mask. Hands were uncovered.

Hispanic male, 5’8, thin, 16 to 18 years old, wearing a black hoodie, jeans, sneakers and a ski mask. Hands were uncovered.

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

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 member assisting reported the male subject then brandished a firearm and demanded three of the crosses. The team member complied and the subject then fled the store. There were no reports of physical injury.�

Subject(s) Description: Hispanic male, approximately 18 to 26 years old. Approximately 5’6″ to 5’9″. He has a medium build and weighs about 160 lbs. He was last seen wearing a red hoody, a black multicolor mask, and black and white jogging pants. If you have any information regarding this subject, please contact the Jewelers’ Security Alliance at jsa2@jewelerssecurity.org or 212-687-0328.