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Hammond, Louisiana- Detectives searching for three people suspected of stealing more than $10,000 of jewelry

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HAMMOND, LA – Detectives are searching for three people, one of whom is from Baton Rouge, in connection to two thefts from a jewelry store.

The Hammond Police Department is searching for Joy Renee Taylor of Baton Rouge. Taylor is accused of two separate thefts from a Jeweler in Hammond that resulted in the store losing more than $10,000 in product.

One of the thefts happened on March 18 when Taylor and another woman entered the store and started looking at engagement rings. One of the women put on a ring valued at just under $4,000 and both of them fled the store.

Details on the other theft Taylor is allegedly involved in were not provided.

Police are also searching for Taylor’s accomplice, pictured in the red shirt, and the driver of the older model white Dodge Caravan the trio drove away in.

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

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Westchester County, NY – Sledgehammer-wielding NY crooks who jacked $1.7 million in Rolex watches, jewelry nabbed in NJ.

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Westchester County, NY- Two sledgehammer-wielding thugs who helped jack $1.7 million in jewelry and watches — including 70 Rolexes — in a brazen Westchester County heist were nabbed in New Jersey on Tuesday, the feds said.

Kevin Williams, 26, Byron Wilson, 24, and two cohorts drove a stolen dark blue Jeep Grand Cherokee from Jersey to the Westchester Square shopping plaza in Hartsdale around 11 a.m. Dec. 16, according to a statement from acting US Attorney Matthew Podolsky of the Southern District of New York.

The criminals, dressed all in black and carrying hammers, stormed a jewelry store there and began smashing display cases as shocked customers and workers cowered in fear, authorities said.

The masked bandits snatched up pricey pieces that included diamonds, rings, necklaces, earrings and luxury watches — including the Rolexes worth more than $1 million all on their own, officials said.

Then, they hustled to their stolen Jeep — with their bags of illicit loot in tow — and hightailed it back to the Garden State, Podolsky said.

nvestigators tracked their cell phones afterward and found that while Wilson returned to their shared home in Irvington, NJ — a city of about 60,000 just west of Newark — Williams took a trip to the Diamond District in Midtown Manhattan.

A few hours later, the poaching pair posed with their co-conspirators for pictures in which they all held fat stacks of cash, the statement said.

Wilson also was busy researching the phrase “hartsdale news” on his phone and reading articles about the heist, including one titled, “Tarrytown Jewelers in Hartsdale victim of robbery in broad daylight,” officials said.

He Googled “tudor geneve watch,” too — apparently to try to learn more about some of the costly items the gang had stolen, the feds said.

But his and Williams’ luck ran out Tuesday when they were collared and charged with two federal counts involving conspiracy to commit robbery.

Each count brings with it a maximum of 20 years in prison.

The pair were set to be arraigned Tuesday in White Plains federal court.

“As alleged, Kevin Williams and Byron Wilson, along with their co-conspirators, carried out the violent robbery of a jewelry store in broad daylight,” Podolsky said.

“Armed with sledgehammers, the defendants smashed their way in and then plundered the store of about $1.7 million in jewelry, diamonds, and luxury watches, all while innocent customers and employees hid for their safety.

“Today’s arrests should make clear that if you commit such brazen and dangerous crimes in this District, we will find you and hold you responsible.”

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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – GRAB AND RUN

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Indianapolis, Indiana – On March 20, 2025, a jewelry store reported one male suspect came in the store saying he was looking for wedding rings. The suspect kept looking at the door. The employee thought something was wrong, so she held on to the rings as she showed them. The suspect kept asking to hold two rings, but the employee held on to the rings while showing them. The suspect then came over the counter and with two hands shoved the employee back so he could reach in the case, and he grabbed three rings and ran out the door. Police and Mall Security were called.

Suspect(s) Description:

Male/Black, 5’7” 230lbs, Large build, 27 YOA, Attire, Blue Cap, Brown Sweatshirt Jacket

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

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NEWNAN, GA- GRAB AND RUN.

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Newnan, GA– On March 21, 2025 at the Ashley Park Mall in Newnan, GA, a Jeweler was the victim of a grab and run theft. Two males entered the location and began looking at gold chains, bracelets, and charms. The male, identified below as “Suspect 1” began talking with someone on the telephone asking about which types of merchandise would be best for the “music video”. Shortly after, the male asked to see the above items and wanted to see if the charm would fit on the chain. An employee secured the charm on the chain. While still holding the items on a counter-pad, “suspect 1” grabbed the items and both males ran out of the store. Police were contacted and report filed.

These suspects are also suspected of committing another grab and run in Locust Grove, GA.

SUSPECT 1: Male, Black, 5’11”, medium build, late 20’s to early 30’s, wearing black pants, black jacket, white t-shirt, with a beard

SUSPECT 2: Male, Black, 5’10”, heavy build, early to mid-40’s, wearing camo pants, light colored jacket, wearing a hat

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

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Colorado Springs, CO- Suspects used sledgehammer, pickaxe to break into jewelry store.

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COLORADO SPRINGS, CO — The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) reported that two suspects broke into a jewelry store using a sledgehammer and a pickaxe around 3:30 a.m. on Sunday, March 23.

According to CSPD, when officers arrived at the 700 block of Citadel Drive East, they discovered that two suspects, both wearing dark clothing and masks over their faces, had broken into the store with a sledgehammer and pickaxe, stolen a substantial amount of jewelry, and caused significant damage.

The value of the merchandise taken is currently unknown. CSPD believes that the suspects ran from the mall to a nearby vehicle that was waiting for them.

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

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Atlanta, GA- Tennessee jewelry stores targeted in $1.7 million heist spree: trio sentenced.

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Atlanta, GA– Three men who orchestrated a multi-state jewelry store burglary spree, stealing approximately $1.7 million in merchandise, have been sentenced to lengthy prison terms under Georgia’s Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act.

Maykel Olides Hernandez, 40, Javier Guerra-Morales, 33, and Giorge Navea, 35, pleaded guilty to multiple felony charges, including RICO violations, smash-and-grab burglary, theft by taking, criminal damage to property, and possession of burglary tools.

Superior Court Judge Tony Baker handed down the sentences on Feb. 27 and March 5, with Hernandez receiving 30 years (13 in prison), Navea 25 years (10 in prison), and Guerra-Morales 20 years (9 in prison). Hernandez, deemed a recidivist offender, is ineligible for parole.

The charges stemmed from a series of high-stakes burglaries occurring between December 2022 and March 2023, targeting five jewelry stores in Cherokee, Forsyth, Cobb, and Fulton counties in Georgia, as well as Knox County, Tennessee.

The men executed a coordinated scheme, cutting holes in store roofs to bypass security, disabling alarms, and stealing high-value merchandise before transporting it to Florida for resale.

The most significant theft occurred on Jan. 4, 2023, when the men infiltrated a jewelry store on Cumming Highway in Cherokee County, making off with approximately $1.3 million in stolen goods.

Surveillance footage later confirmed that the burglars entered through a rooftop breach.

A second major heist took place in Alpharetta in March 2023, netting them an additional $400,000 in stolen jewelry.

Investigators from the Canton Police Department, Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office, Cobb County Police Department, and Alpharetta Police Department worked together to link the crimes.

Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office played a crucial role by using cell tower data to track the suspects’ movements and establish connections between the burglaries.

“Law enforcement officers from multiple agencies worked together to investigate and arrest the suspects. Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office was instrumental in linking the burglaries and identifying the suspects by using cell tower data,” said Assistant District Attorney Rachel Murphy, of the Gang and Organized Crime Unit.

In addition to their prison sentences, Hernandez, Guerra-Morales, and Navea were ordered to pay $1.3 million in restitution, covering damages, stolen goods, and insurance losses.

They are also permanently banned from Cherokee County and prohibited from contacting one another or visiting any of the five targeted stores.

“These defendants worked together in a coordinated effort, with a clear plan to target specific jewelry stores and steal valuable merchandise. Although four of the stores they burglarized were outside of Cherokee County, we were able to charge the defendants under Georgia’s RICO Act,” said District Attorney Susan K. Treadaway. “Law enforcement partners from multiple agencies played a crucial role in this case, enabling Cherokee County to combat organized retail crime within our jurisdiction and beyond.”

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Downey, California -3 Arrested in connection with armed robbery, kidnapping at Downey jewelry store.

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Downey, California– Three men have been arrested in connection with a January armed robbery and kidnapping at a Downey jewelry store.

The robbery took place on Jan. 11, at Gold Dream Fire Jewelry on the 7600 block of Firestone Boulevard.

According to the Downey Police Department, two men entered the store and asked to see some merchandise, but as the sales associate was tending to them, one of the suspects tackled and gagged the associate, brandished a firearm and forced them into a back room while the other suspect ransacked the store.

More than $100,000 in gold, jewelry and designer watches were taken from the store, investigators said.

Photos released from inside the store showed the terrifying crime unfold, including images of one of the suspects holding a gun to the head of the employee.

Downey detectives eventually focused in on three suspects from Long Beach, and with the help of the Long Beach Police Department and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, warrants were served undisclosed locations in Long Beach and Inglewood.

During the execution of those warrants, three men were taken into custody: Christian Javier Trujillo Culqui, 30; Daniel Alexander Medina Mera, 31; and Jonny Israel Marcillo Alcivar, 31.

Evidence “indicating their involvement in the crime” was also recovered, police said.

All three are currently in police custody and have been charged by the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office with armed robbery and kidnapping.

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SOUTH SACRAMENTO, CA- 4 suspects arrested in South Sacramento jewelry store robbery where woman was shot, killed.

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SOUTH SACRAMENTO, CA – Four suspects have been arrested in connection to a robbery at a jewelry store in south Sacramento where deputies said a woman died after she was inadvertently shot.

On Nov. 15, around 11:45 a.m., deputies responded to Kim Tin Jewelry on Stockton Boulevard, where they contacted the store owner and found his 58-year-old wife suffering from an apparent gunshot wound to the head.

Deputies said the woman was taken to the hospital where she later died.

The suspects were able to get away with stolen items and have been on the run for months.

But on Friday, the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office said four suspects have been arrested in connection with the robbery.

During an investigation, deputies said they learned a group of about a dozen suspects forced their way into the jewelry store by breaking the front door.

The suspects smashed display cases using hammers and pickaxes, taking a large amount of jewelry, deputies said.

Detectives then learned the store owner began shooting at the suspects. This is when the owner’s wife was inadvertently shot.

A suspect was also shot, but they were able to get away.

Deputies said they eventually arrested three brothers: 22-year-old Nethaniel Fuimaono of Concord, 19-year-old Sonny Fuimaono of Suisun City and 28-year-old Aaron Fuimaono of San Francisco. Hanson Dang, a 19-year-old from Suisun City, was also arrested.

Deputies said Nethaniel and Sonny were armed with handguns when they were arrested.

According to jail records, Aaron was booked on robbery and conspiracy charges. Nethaniel was booked on grand theft, organized retail theft, robbery and firearm charges. Sonny was booked on robbery and carrying a loaded gun charges. Dang was booked into jail on a robbery charge.

Aaron’s bail was set at $1 million while the other three suspects are not eligible for bail, jail records show.

The sheriff’s office said the investigation is ongoing and is looking to make more arrests in connection with the robbery.

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Orlando, Florida – Suspect steals $800K in jewelry from Tiffany & Co., swallows evidence during arrest.

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ORLANDO, Fla. — A brazen thief got away with nearly $ 800,000 worth of luxury jewelry from the Tiffany’s store at the Mall at Millenia.

Orlando Police say the suspect, Jaythan Gilder pretended to be a representative for an Orlando Magic player, and he was ushered to a private viewing area.

That’s when police say he grabbed the jewels and took off in a car outside of the mall.

Police say he made it all the way to Washington County, where state troopers pulled him over for a traffic violation. When he was caught, police say he swallowed the jewelry. You can see some of the jewels in body scans taken shortly after his arrest.

Gilder remains in the Orange County Jail. Police say they’ve since learned the suspect is accused of a similar robbery at a Tiffany’s store in Texas in 2022.

He will eventually be extradited to Colorado, where he is wanted on 48 outstanding warrants.

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New York, NY- D.A. Bragg Announces Guilty Plea In Diamond Swap.

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New York, NY- Manhattan District Attorney Alvin L. Bragg Jr. today announced the guilty plea of MANASHE SEZANAYEV, 41, for defrauding two diamond merchants by covertly swapping their diamonds for lab grown stones – worth substantially less than natural stones – that were cut to resemble the diamonds that the merchants had been offering for sale.

SEZANAYEV pleaded guilty in a New York State Supreme Court to Grand Larceny in the Second Degree. Under the terms of his plea, he is expected to be sentenced to 5 years of probation and make restitution in the amount of $200,000, which has already been paid. The $200,000 diamond was also returned to the victim. SEZANAYEV pleaded guilty on February 27, 2025.

“Manashe Sezanayev is facing accountability for stealing diamonds from merchants and replacing them with fake stones,” said District Attorney Bragg. “We will continue to prosecute those who take advantage of consumers and conduct business deals in a dishonest manner.”

According to court documents and statements made on the record, and as admitted in the defendant’s guilty plea, in early 2024, SEZANAYEV operated his company, Rachel’s Diamonds, in the Diamond District in Manhattan.

On February 5, 2024, a diamond merchant visited SEZANAYEV at his office with two diamonds that SEZANAYEV claimed to be interested in buying, valued at approximately $185,000 and $75,000. SEZANAYEV inspected the two stones and turned his back to the merchant to weigh them on his scale. He swapped the diamonds for lab grown stones that had been recut to imitate the natural stones and inscribed with forged Gemological Institute of America (“GIA”) laser inscriptions.

On March 27, 2024, SEZANAYEV told a second diamond merchant that he had a customer interested in buying that merchant’s diamond, valued at approximately $200,000. That same day, SEZANAYEV purchased a lab grown stone that was later recut to resemble that natural diamond and inscribed with a forged GIA laser inscription to mimic that natural diamond.

On April 2, 2024, the second merchant met with SEZANAYEV and the purported customer, and SEZANAYEV examined the merchant’s diamond. That merchant later learned that the stone SEZANAYEV returned to him was a lab grown diamond that was cut to resemble his stone.

Assistant D.A. Minji Kim (Financial Frauds Bureau) is handling the prosecution of this case under the supervision of Assistant D.A.s Hope Korenstein (Deputy Bureau Chief of the Financial Frauds Bureau), Kelly Thomas (Deputy Bureau Chief of the Financial Frauds Bureau) and Kofi Sansculotte (Bureau Chief of the Financial Frauds Bureau) and Executive Assistant D.A. Jodie Kane (Chief of the Investigation Division). Financial Frauds Paralegal Varun Gaitonde is providing valuable assistance in the case. Former Assistant D.A. Ben Rose also handled the prosecution of this case.

D.A. Bragg thanked the NYPD, particularly Detective Joseph Metsopulos of the Major Case Squad. He also thanked GIA for their work in this investigation.