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GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN- GRAB AND RUN

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Grand Rapids, MI– On March 25, 2025, at the Tanger Outlets, in Grand Rapis, MI, a jeweler reported a grab and run theft. The suspect entered the location talking on a cellphone. The suspect asked to see a men’s diamond necklace stating that her boyfriend was interested in it. The employee showed the necklace while it was still on the display and the suspect pulled the necklace from the display causing a causing a break. The team member informed the suspect that the necklace could no longer be sold due to the damage and asked that the merchandise be returned. The suspect refused, stated that she wanted to look for something to match the chain, and moved towards the front of the store. The suspect stopped at the counters near the front of the store and requested the corporate number to register a customer complaint. The team member asked the suspect to return the necklace again, however the suspect placed the necklace in her pocket and left the location.

Suspect(s) Description: Black Female medium build 5’4” wearing a dark jacket, dark pants, what looked to be the hood of a red hoodie, a pink knit cap, and white shoes. (see photo)

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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PLAINFIELD, INDIANA- GRAB AND RUN

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Plainfield, Indiana– On March 22, 2025, a jewelry store reported one male suspect came in the store saying he was looking for wedding rings. The employee would only show the suspect one ring at a time but when he wanted to compare two rings, she put the one on her hand and held it next to the one the suspect was holding. The suspect grabbed the employees’ hand, pulled the ring off her hand and ran out the store. Police and Mall Security were called. No injuries reported. The investigation is ongoing.

Suspect(s) Description:

Male/ Black, 5’8” approx. 220lbs, Medium to Stocky, Crew haircut wearing Gray with Black patches sweatshirt and pants

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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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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CANOGA PARK, LOS ANGELES, CA-Thieves Target Canoga Park Jewelry Loan Store in Burglary Attempt.

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CANOGA PARK, LOS ANGELES, CA- The Los Angeles Police Department’s Topanga Division officers responded to a burglary early Saturday morning at Sherway Jewelry Loan in the 21500 block of Sherman Way in Canoga Park. Upon arrival, officers found the store’s front window had been shattered. After clearing the location, officers determined that the suspects had fled the scene and were gone upon their arrival.

At this time, it is unclear if any items were taken from the store. 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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CITRUS PARK, FL – GRAB AND RUN.

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Citrus Park, FL – On March 07. 2025, at the Citrus Park Town Center, in Citrus Park, FL, a suspect entered a jewelry store and asked to see a Tennis Bracelet. The bracelet was handed to the Guest and within a minute he stated, “thank you much” and ran from the Store. No injuries were incurred. A Police Report was filed, and the matter is being investigated.

Description: Black Male, mid to late 20’s, average height and build, dark complexion, full hair, mustache & long goatee, wearing a short black coat, dark pants, dark baseball cap with shield design on front outlined in white, dark sandals/crocs, and a black back- pack.

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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PLANTATION, FL- GRAB AND RUN.

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Plantation, FL- On March 08, 2025, at the Broward Mall in Plantation, FL, a suspect asked to look at gold chains and provided a Florida State Issued Identification and placed it face down on the showcase. After a few moments of being in possession of a gold chain, the suspect started to walk then ran from the store. No injuries were incurred, and a Police Report was filed. In checking the ID, it appeared to be fake or a stolen ID.

Suspect description: Black Male, late 30’s early 40’s, 5’8, 150 LBS., slight mustache and goatee, wearing an orange sports jersey with white shoulders and a white “8” circled in black on the back and arms, faded jeans, a gray knitted ski cap, and white sneakers.

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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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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