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BYRON CENTER, MI- GRAB AND RUN

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BYRON CENTER, MI– On October 03, 2025, A jewelry store reported a grab and run theft. The suspect entered the location at 8:38 p.m. requesting to see tennis bracelets for her anniversary. The suspect asked several times to see additional items for comparison and layering. The employee would not bring out more than one piece at a time while showing the suspect several other pieces she asked to see. The suspect stated that she had a Kay account but that her husband would be the one buying the piece she picked out. The suspect had a male on FaceTime and was sending him pictures. The suspect decided on the above-described bracelet and once she had it in her possession she fled the location. There were no injuries reported. The Kent County police were contacted, completed a report, and dusted for fingerprints.

Suspect(s) Description: Black Female, 25-35 years old, 5’4”, 125 to 140lbs., curly chin length hair, wearing a blue ballcap, white Jordan short, jeans, and dark shoes and was carrying a large brown purse.

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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TULALIP, WA- GRAB AND RUN

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Tulalip, WA- On September 29, 2025, A jewelry store at the Seattle Premium Outlets experienced a grab and run theft by a lone female. The female suspect entered the store and asked to see a variety of gold chains. She was shown both natural and lab created diamond studded chains and bracelets. She asked to try on a 22-inch lab created necklace and the employee assisted with putting it on her neck. The suspect then asked to try on a lab created bracelet which she put around her left wrist. The suspect then picked up the third item which was another lab created bracelet from the presentation pad and quickly walked out of the store without making payment. Mall security was advised. No injuries occurred in this incident. A report was filed with local police. The woman is suspected in numerous grab and run thefts since June of this year in Tukwila, Auburn, and Tacoma, Washington. Be Alert.

Suspect(s) Description: Female suspect is described as Asian or Filipino, 35 – 40 years of age, 5’5 – 5’6” tall weighting 120-150 lbs. Chambord black and white shoes, black pants and a black T-shirt under a green jar get. The suspect wore prescription glasses and carried a large pink shoulder bag or purse.

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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BRADENTON, FL- GRAB AND RUN

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Bradenton, FL– On September 28, 2025, a jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft.  A lone male entered the location and began looking at gold chains.  Shortly after, the male asked to see the above chain.  Once removed from the showcase, the male asked to try it on.  The male gained possession of the item and secured the chain around his neck.  Then, the male pointed his finger at the team member and stated, “this is the point when you call the police”.  Immediately after, the male walked briskly out of the store.  The police were contacted and report filed. 

Suspect(s) Description:  Male, White (or possibly Hispanic), 5’10”, average build, mid-30’s, wearing short, plaid button-down shirt, hat, beard

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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MALDEN, MASS- DISTRACTION THEFT

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MALDEN, MASS. – Police are searching for two men involved in the theft of a Rolex at a Malden jewelry store that happened on Monday.

According to Malden police, around 4:45 p.m. on Monday, one man was asking workers questions while the other grabbed the Rolex watch out of a box and put it in his pocket.

Police say both fled on foot down Eastern Avenue toward Hillside Avenue and may have entered a car later on parked in the area.

Local business owners are being asked to check any security video they have to identify the men possibly involved.

The owner of the store says the robbery was troubling.

“It’s horrible I couldn’t sleep at night. I know its just money, thank God nobody was hurt but it’s gotta stop. We are here just working, trying to make the life, working very hard,” Brunna Peroni said.

Malden police are looking for anyone with information to reach out to them.

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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NASHVILLE, TN- GRAB AND RUN

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NASHVILLE, TN– On September 09, 2025, at the Opry Mills Mall, a grab and run theft was reported by a Jewlery store. It was reported; a lone male entered the store looking at various showcases. He waited for a period of time in the store as the employee was busy with other guests. Once assisted, he was interested in seeing diamond earrings from the clearance showcase. The suspect inquired about a men’s gold and diamond necklace and asked to try it on. At that point, the suspect also asked about the matching men’s gold and diamond bracelet. The pieces were taken to the register where the suspect asked to try on the necklace again. Once around his neck, the suspect fled the store with both the gold bracelet and necklace into the mall and through a side exit door. No injuries were reported. A report was filed with Nashville Police.

Suspect(s) Description: Male, black, dark complexion, around 35 years old, tall medium build, 6’4, approx. 220lbs. Wearing a tan bucket hat, black short sleeve t-shirt, tan pants, light tennis shoes and sunglasses.

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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GRAB AND RUN- SAN ANTONIO, TX

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SAN ANTONIO, TX– On September 06, 2025, A male subject with denim jeans entered a jewelry store at 4:57 PM and began casing the store. At the same time, A black 4 door sedan with paper tags, arrived in front of the store. A male subject exits from the vehicle wearing black shorts and peaks in the store, then opens the front door, and the male subject with denim jeans exits the building after picking up the display case and existing store.

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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GRAB AND RUN- SANDUSKY, OHIO

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SANDUSKY, OHIO– On September 01, 2025, a jeweler was the victim of a grab and run theft totaling $23,199.97. One male entered the store and proceeded towards our gold chain case. The man stated to the employee that he had recently paid off his credit card and wanted to purchase a new chain. He asked the team member multiple questions and asked about several chains at once to have the employee check prices. After the employee displayed the jewelry, the man picked up one chain as if he was inspecting it and then grabbed all three and ran out of the store.

Suspect(s) Description: Black Male; 6ft-6’2″; Medium Build; Black hoodie with white marks; wearing white pants; white shoes

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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WINSTON- SALEM, NC- GRAB AND RUN.

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WINSTON -SALEM, NC- On August 24, 2025, the suspect entered the store and told the employee that he was looking for a necklace because his brother just bought one. He said that he was looking for something solid, and that he had a budget of about $8,000. He looked at some different chains, then pointed to one. He said that he wanted to see how it looked on him, and he also wanted to see how it looked on him with a matching charm. The employee told him that he could only have one piece at a time, and he told her that he didn’t know how he could decide unless he could see both pieces on. She still would not let him see both pieces. He eventually looked like he was going to put it on, but he had control of the piece and fled the store. He was seen getting into a newer black SUV that was waiting for him.

Suspect(s) Description: Male, black, 6’0″, 200 lbs, black hat, peach Hawaiian shirt, khaki shorts

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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ST. LOUIS, MO- GRAB AND RUN

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St. Louis, MO- On August 22, 2025, a suspect entered the store shortly after opening. He looked around and asked to see gold chains. The suspect took possession of a gold rope chain then fled the store. No vehicle was seen. Richmond Heights Police responded to investigate the incident No injuries were reported.

Suspect(s) Description: Black, Male, 6’2″, 35 Years Old, 175lbs, Black T-Shirt, Black Shorts, Black Cap, Sunglasses, Gold Chain, Chain Belt

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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Decatur, GA – Trinity man charged for stealing $114k from Decatur jewelry store he worked at for decades

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Decatur, GA– A former jeweler who had worked at Jimmy Smith Jewelers for three decades was charged last Tuesday with stealing more than $114,000 in jewelry and money from the store.

Joel Phillip Ghrigsby, 63, was charged with first-degree theft of property and transported to Morgan County Jail, where he was initially held in lieu of a $30,000 bond, jail records show, which was since amended to a $7,500 cash-only bond. He remained in jail Wednesday evening, according to jail records.

On Aug. 6, a Decatur business owner reported an internal theft from the business, according to the affidavit. Ghrigsby was then developed as a suspect.

On Aug. 12, Decatur police, with assistance from the Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office, served a search and arrest warrant at a residence in the 20000 block of County Road 460 in Trinity, according to police, and Ghrigsby was placed under arrest.

According to the affidavit, Ghrigsby stole more than $114,000 in property over the past five years “and much more over the past 10 years.”

Jimmy Smith of Jimmy Smith Jewelers on Wednesday said the stolen property did not include customers’ jewelry or products. The affidavit said Ghrigsby stole jewelry, money and precious metals from the business.

Smith said Ghrigsby had worked as a jeweler at the store for more than 30 years and retired in January 2024. He last spoke with Ghrigsby a few months ago.

“His wife worked here, too,” Smith said. “Just great people; this is such a shock to me. I’d say we had a great working relationship when he decided to retire.”

Ghrigsby had dropped his store-provided benefits in favor of a Christian-based health care sharing program, according to Smith, then took a job driving a school bus for Morgan County Schools to regain benefits while still working at the store. After he retired, Smith was alerted about some of the content Ghrigsby was posting on Facebook.

“Someone told me he’d been going on cruises and trips,” Smith said. “Sounds like he was having a big time.”

According to his Facebook page, Ghrigsby also works as a bankruptcy petition specialist and is a certified paralegal and notary public. Smith said Ghrigsby served as a notary public for him and his employees.

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