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Elyria, Ohio- Police Search for Suspect of Armed Robbery of Jewelry Store.

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Elyria, Ohio– On October 14, 2025, a jeweler was the victim of an Armed Robbery. According to Management, a single male suspect entered the store, and he brandished a weapon and placed a sock with duct tape over the locking mechanism of the front door and stated, “Everyone put your hands up”. At this point, the suspect then directed an employee with his weapon to remove items from the display case. The entire tray was removed, and he placed the merchandise into a black cross body bag.

The suspect then advised the employee to go over to another display case and to pull out the two entire trays of merchandise. The suspect then placed the merchandise into his bag. The suspect then proceeded to walk around the store quickly, appearing to look for gold merchandise, but the merchandise was pulled for a Special Event. It was at this time; the suspect proceeded over to bracelets and earrings, and the employee complied and handed over numerous items. The suspect then exited the store, removing the sock and duct tape stating to the employees “To Have a Good Day”. The store was then secured and 911 was called. The Elyria Police Department responded and secured the scene. A sock and duct tape were recovered from behind the building as well as hammer at the front of the store. No physical injuries reported.

Suspect(s) Description: White Male; 20 – 25 years old; Thin Build; Black Hoodie; Blue Jeans; Black Tennis Shoes; Wearing a Gator Mask (Black)

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

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UPDATE: Baltimore, MD- Police investigating fatal shooting at jewelry shop in Canton

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Baltimore, MD – police are investigating a fatal shooting at a jewelry shop in Canton. Officers responded to the 2200 block of Fleet Street near South Madeira Street around 2:15 a.m. Thursday and found a 39-year-old man suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. Police said the victim was unresponsive.

The shooting victim was taken to a hospital where he was pronounced dead a short time later, police said in a news release. Investigators say the shooting happened may have happened during a commercial burglary. Homicide detectives are handling the case.

The Jewelers’ Security Alliance has been updated the deceased subject is NOT the jeweler. The deceased subject is the suspected burglar.

Article provided by WBALTV 11 News.

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Wheat Ridge, CO- Two men convicted in Wheat Ridge jewelry store owner’s death sentenced to lengthy prison terms

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WHEAT RIDGE, Colo. — Two men who were found guilty of killing a Wheat Ridge jewelry store owner have been sentenced to lengthy prison terms, the First Judicial District Attorney’s Office announced Monday.

Charles Shay and Michael James McCormack robbed Peter Arguello’s store, Peter Damian Fine Jewelry & Antiques, on November 29, 2023. During the robbery, Arguello was kidnapped, assaulted and fatally shot by Shay, according to the DA’s office.

Court documents revealed surveillance video from inside the shop captured the shooting and showed a suspect trying to handcuff Arguello. The store owner resisted, and Shay shot Arguello three times, according to court documents.

In August, a Jefferson County jury found Shay guilty of 10 counts, including first-degree murder. The DA’s office said Shay was also determined to be a habitual criminal under Colorado law, having six prior felony convictions.

Shay was sentenced on Sept. 10 to life without the possibility of parole plus 120 years.

McCormack, meanwhile, was convicted by a separate jury of five counts, including felony murder and aggravated robbery. He was sentenced Monday to 75 years in prison.

“Peter Arguello was an innocent victim and a beloved member of this community whose life was stolen in a senseless act of violence,” Chief Deputy District Attorney Chandler Grant said in a statement. “These sentences bring accountability, honor the strength of his family and community, and reflect the tireless work of our law enforcement partners to ensure justice for Peter and his loved ones.”

To view the article and video news from ABC News 7 News, click HERE.

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San Jose, CA- Update on Jewelry Store Robberies.

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San Jose, CA– San Jose Police Department have announced seven arrests linked to the robbery of Jewelry store in San Jose, California. Police indicate they are suspected to have ties to other smash and grab robberies in the Bay area. Police spokesperson indicated the investigation is ongoing they are “coming for them as well”.

To view the video news article provided by KRON 4 News, click HERE.

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Southern California man robbed of $200,000 in jewelry while checking on flat tire.

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Woodland Hills, CA– Police are searching for three suspects who purportedly robbed a jewelry store owner as he was checking on a flat tire in the Woodland Hills neighborhood of Los Angeles Monday night.

The victim said he was leaving the Poquito Mas restaurant shortly before 9 p.m. when he noticed he had a flat tire and pulled over on the 21100 block of Ventura Boulevard near Canoga Avenue to check on it.

That’s when three males wearing ski masks jumped out of a van and approached him, he said.

“They put their knife on me and they grabbed my bag, and they took all of my stuff and all of my jewelry. More than $200,000 value jewelry. They robbed me,” the victim, Ali Sedaghat, told news video service RMG News.

Sedaghat, who described himself as a high-end jewelry designer with an office in downtown Los Angeles, believes he was being followed and the thieves had slashed his tire.

The incident is being investigated by the Los Angeles Police Department, but they have yet to release any information regarding the case.

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.

Article provided by KTLA News, click HERE to view.

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St. Maarten- Brazen Daylight Robbery and Jet-Ski Escape fuel fears amidst St Maarten Crime Wave.

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St. Maarten- A dramatic daylight robbery at Value Jewelers located on Front Street on Tuesday has intensified community fears over a perceived surge in crime, prompting conflicting statements from business leaders and law enforcement. The daring heist, which saw suspects escaping on a Jet Ski, occurred just hours after police addressed public safety concerns, highlighting a tense atmosphere on the island.

The robbery took place shortly after noon. According to initial reports, two individuals targeted the jewelry store before making a bold getaway to Cape Bay Beach, where they fled by sea on a Jet Ski. Police responded quickly, detaining several people in the area for questioning. While bystanders reported that the suspects were apprehended, Police Spokesman Joe Josepha stated that the force was actively investigating and would provide confirmed details later.

This latest incident has amplified anxieties within the local business community, particularly among members of the Island Merchants Association (IMA). Earlier, the IMA had issued an urgent public safety notice following what it described as a “concerning increase in criminal activity,” including a series of daily home invasions. IMA President Sunny Khatnani called on residents and business owners to move high-value items like cash and jewelry to secure off-site locations, such as safety deposit boxes.

The association also issued a specific directive for jewelers and their vendors, instructing them to cease using personal vehicles for transporting valuable goods. Instead, they were advised to use professional armored transport services to mitigate the risk of theft during transit.

In response to the IMA’s alert, the Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) issued a statement strongly refuting the claim of “daily home invasions.” The police emphasized that such characterizations were not supported by official crime statistics and risked spreading unnecessary fear and misinformation. KPSM reassured the public that it has been conducting strategic operations over the past weeks, resulting in the arrest of multiple suspects involved in armed robberies and other serious offenses.

The police force stressed its commitment to public safety and its ongoing partnership with the community, but requested that organizations ensure public statements are factually accurate to avoid causing undue alarm.

Despite these assurances, the brazen nature of the Value Jewelers robbery has left many residents and merchants on edge. The incident, following so closely on the heels of the public warnings and police response, underscores the significant challenge facing the island as it grapples with both the reality of crime and the community’s growing perception of insecurity. As law enforcement continues its investigation, the community waits anxiously for answers and a restoration of safety.

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SAN RAMON, Calif- Armed Suspects charged in San Ramon jewelry heist could face harsher punishment for repeat offenses: DA

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SAN RAMON, Calif. (KGO) — Three of the seven suspects arrested in the San Ramon jewelry heist are facing serious felony charges, the Contra Costa District Attorney’s office announced.

The three charged, so far, are a 31-year-old and 19-year-old from San Francisco, along with a 27-year-old from Vallejo.

“Our communities deserve safety from conduct like the audacious daylight robbery in San Ramon,” said Contra Costa District Attorney Diana Becton. “Thanks to the excellent investigative work by the San Ramon Police Department, these defendants will face significant punishment for the offenses they committed.”

Each of the three men charged are facing 13 counts of second-degree robbery.

Prosecutors are adding conspiracy charges, alleging that the suspects carried out a series of criminal acts including stealing cars, forcibly entering the store, smashing display cases, and even firing a weapon to escape when the front glass door locked.

“What prosecutors are using the conspiracy laws for is they want the people that are organizing this, that are in the getaway car, that are the planners to face the same sanctions as the people that are carrying it out in the stores,” explained former Santa Clara County DA Steven Clark.

“What you’re seeing now is prosecutors trying to educate the judges and saying, look, these are no longer just theft crimes.”

Under Proposition 36 just passed at the end of 2024, the suspects could also face enhanced penalties. The voter-approved measure allows for tougher sentencing for repeat offenders who commit serious or violent felonies. The value of stolen merchandise also totaled more than a million dollars.

“Prop 36 is designed for this kind of activity,” said Clark. “They’re not just impulsive kids committing theft. I think that’s the education that prosecutors are sending to the court system and also to the community. And they’re listening to community members saying, look, this has got to stop.”

ABC7 News investigated the suspects’ histories by combing through court and jail records. The 27-year-old suspect had previous cases in Solano and Alameda County. In Alameda County, court records revealed he had faced at least two second-degree robberies in the last five years, but was never convicted for them.

“What you’re seeing is the actual record of this individual that they pled to a lesser charge, and the robbery charge was dismissed,” said Clark.

The suspect was also out on probation while committing several crimes, according to those records. Clark believes there is now a shift in how seriously retail crimes are being taken.

“It is such a pervasive problem, and it’s not a good look for the state of California to have these kinds of videos all over the country showing rampant retail theft,” said Clark.

Article provided by ABC News7- Click HERE to view article.

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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SAN MARCOS, TX- Grab and Run turns into Armed Robbery with a Firearm for Jewelry Store Employees.

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San Marcos, TX– On August 7, 2025, cameras at the Kings Jeweler in San Marcos captured an employee showing a costumer some pieces of jewelry.

“He saw the pad that was the heaviest, and he said, ‘can I see that I like that chain, show me that chain,’” the owner of Kings Jeweler, Minhaj Baig, said while describing what’s happening in the video.

Baig explained that the heavier the jewelry, the more expensive. He said usually his employees only show one item at a time, but this customer was distracting the employee.

“My employee, he showed the chain, and he was just like, oh, show me that, show this, so he could distract my sales rep,” Baig said.

Not a minute later, the man snatched the pad with the jewelry on it. “He just took it and ran off. My employee still ran behind him,” Baig said. A car was waiting for the thief outside. It’s described as a white Kia Forte (possibly 2014–2016 model) with a temporary rear tag and a blue placard on the front plate area.

The employee was hanging onto the car until, “they showed him the gun,” Baig said. The employee let go. The thief took $41,000 worth of jewelry with him.

“We have to take that loss and there is no way to recover that loss,” Baig said. The San Marcos Police Department has figured out who the person is in the video. A warrant has been issued for 34-year-old Yasmany Iglesias Miranda. The owner of the jewelry shop is confident police will find him.

“To catch a thief is very important so that other people know that this can happen to you. Don’t try to do this thing again,” Baig said.

Baig’s message for others who do this sort of thing: “Work hard and make that money rather than stealing it. You will get in trouble later on.”

If you have any information on this incident or whereabouts of Yasmany Iglesias Miranda, please contact the Jewelers’ Security Alliance at jsa2@jewelerssecurity.org or 212-687-0328.

To view the article and video provided by Fox 7 News- Austin, click here.

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2 suspects killed in ‘gun battle’ with Oakland pawn shop owner after attempted robbery

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OAKLAND, CA. — Two people were shot dead and four were injured during a robbery attempt at a pawn shop in East Oakland on Wednesday evening, according to police.

Just before 7:45 p.m., several people were shot in the 7100 block of International Boulevard at the Cash 4 Gold pawn shop, according to the police officers’ union.

According to the preliminary investigation, individuals armed with weapons entered the pawn shop and an exchange of gunfire took place between these individuals and the workers inside the establishment, the department said.

When officers arrived at the scene, they located multiple people who were struck by the gunfire. Medical personnel confirmed that one person was deceased. Five other people who were struck by gunfire, including the business owner, were taken to an area hospital, where a second person was confirmed dead, the Oakland Police Department said. The remaining three suspects were in stable condition as of 10:30 p.m., and the owner is expected to survive, according to Oakland Police Officers Association spokesperson Sam Singer. Singer said a robber allegedly pulled a gun on the store owner, who then pulled a gun on the robber and four accomplices. A “major gun battle” ensued, said Singer.

The store owner allegedly shot and killed the two people and wounded the other three. Detectives are conducting a follow-up investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting, the department said. The Oakland Police Department will be holding a press conference on Thursday.

Article provided by ABC News, click here to view.

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Milpitas, CA- Armed jewelry store employee thwarts hammer-wielding suspects in Milpitas

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MILPITAS, CA. — A family-owned jewelry store in Milpitas narrowly avoided a robbery on Wednesday when an armed employee scared off the would-be thieves.

The attempted robbery involved a large group of people rushing the store, armed with hammers and bags, but they were deterred by the presence of a gun.

An employee of the store was armed with a gun, and managed to scare off the people who tried to storm the store.

The incident in Milpitas mirrors a similar smash-and-grab robbery in San Jose last week, where thieves shoved an 88-year-old shop owner who later had a stroke.

Local leaders and political groups rallied in front of Fine Jewelry in Milpitas, calling on Governor Newsom to fund Prop 36, which they believe would make it easier to prosecute thieves.

Organizers say San Jose is experiencing a crime wave, and there is a lot of unreported crime throughout the Bay Area that needs to be factored in.

The family who owns the Milpitas store did not want to be interviewed but told the Milpitas mayor they were robbed about two years ago in the same way. They plan to reopen the store soon.

Article provided by KRON 4 News, click HERE to view.

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.