All posts by : Ryan Ruddock

On 11/4/16, at approximately 3:14 p.m., a suspect inquired about gold chains and wanted to compare several items. The sales associate then removed four gold chains at the same time. The associate lost track of the chains and the suspect palmed a chain and then left the store. The suspect involved has committed multiple thefts in Georgia. He is described as a 65-year-old Black male wearing a Fedora style hat. He is 5’11″ and heavy set. He has a light complexion, mustache and wore a tan suit with a brown dress shirt. If you have any information regarding the identity of this individual, please contact the St. John’s County Sheriff’s Office at 904-824-8304.

On 11/5/16, at approximately 9:35 p.m., a store manager was the victim of an armed robbery while making a deposit at the bank. As the manager pulled into a lane at the bank, she saw another vehicle in front of her. A male suspect wearing a hoodie and ski mask exited the vehicle. He pointed a gun at the manager and told her to give him the deposit bag. He grabbed the bag and fled in a white Lexus with Mississippi tags. The suspect was described as a Black male. He wore a hoodie and ski mask. If you have any information regarding the identity of this individual, please contact Gulfport Police at 228-868-5959.

On 10/31/16, at approximately 10:35 a.m., 57-year-old jeweler, Leopoldo Vela, was shot inside his store. He was shot in the chest. If you have any information regarding the identity of the suspect involved, contact Lt. Paul Lough of the Milwaukee Police Department’s Homicide Division at 414-935-7411.

On 10/30/16, at approximately 2:15 p.m., a suspect stated he was looking for a necklace to replace one that he previously purchased. He also inquired about rings. The sales associate took out a ring to show the suspect. At that point the phone rang and the sales associates turned to answer it. The suspect used this as his opportunity to take the ring. He then fled from the store. The suspect was described as a 27-year-old Black male. He is 6’0 tall and has a thin build. He wore a white shirt with stripes and jeans. He has short hair and no facial hair. If you have any information regarding the identity of this individual, please contact the Charleston Police Department at 304-348-8111.

On 10/31/16, a suspect smashed through the front of a jewelry store. After gaining entry, he smashed display cases and stole several items. The suspect left behind a hammer he used on the cases. The suspect was described as an individual wearing a blue baseball cap and green long sleeve shirt. The suspect also wore gloves. If you have any information regarding the identity of the individual involved, please contact the Chula Vista Police Department at 619-691-5151.

On 10/27/16, at approximately 3:27 p.m., a male and female suspect stated they were looking for wedding gifts. The suspects decided to purchase four pieces of jewelry. They told the sales associate they needed to have the jewelry wrapped due to their religious beliefs. The suspects also stated they needed to touch the jewelry before they were wrapped. The sales associate allowed the female suspect to wrap the items. As this occurred, the male suspect told the sales associate he didn’t have enough cash and needed to get more. He said they would return to buy the items. The suspect asked the store to hold the jewelry for them. The suspects did not return. On the next day, the manager unwrapped merchandise and discovered that two bracelets were missing. Both suspects are described as Middle Eastern. The female is 30-years-old. She is 5’2” and weighs 125 lbs. She has dark brown hair and was last seen wearing a brown jacket with a scarf. The male suspect is 5’10” and weighs 225 lbs. He has black hair and a close shaved beard. He was last seen wearing a tan coat. Both suspects spoke French while they were in the store. If you have any information regarding the identity of these individuals, please contact the Granville Police Department at 304-599-6382.

On 10/26/16, at approximately 8:45 p.m., a female suspect took interest in a trio bridal set. When the sales associate bent down, the suspect returned the set. The sales associate realized the engagement ring was not from the store. The female suspect left the store. The suspect is described as a White female. She is 5’5", has auburn hair and green eyes. She was last seen wearing a leather jacket and knit hat. If you have any information regarding the identity of this individual, please contact the Middletown Police Department at 215-949-1000.

On 10/25/16, at approximately 8:46 p.m., two suspects committed a smash and grab robbery. The suspects demanded all sales associates to get down. Then they used sledge hammers to smash display cases. Both suspects wore motorcycle helmets and visors. One of the suspects carried a brown leather bag and the other suspect stuffed jewelry into his pockets. The suspects also had a timing device that appeared to be counting down to two minutes. The suspects fled from the store at precisely two minutes. Both suspects are described as very thin and are approximately 5’10.” If you have any information regarding the identity of these individuals, please contact the Boca Raton Police Department at 561-620-6144.

On 10/24/16, at approximately 5:30 pm, two suspects asked to view watches. One of the suspects asked to compare it with a second watch. The sales associate showed the watch to the suspect. The second suspect grabbed the watch and both suspects ran from the store. The first suspect is an 18-year old Black male. He has a tattoo on his wrist of an iron cross. He was last seen wearing an olive baseball cap. The second suspect is a 16-year-old Black male with short dreads. He was last seen wearing a white t-shirt with a hooded jacket. If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact the Chico Police Department at 530-897-4900.