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BLUFFTON, SC- GRAB AND RUN

Bluffton, SC- On May 06, 2025, a jeweler was a victim of a grab and run theft. A lone male entered the location several days prior stating he was looking for a Mother’s Day gift. After the suspect looked at several items, he left without incident. The suspect returned. Again, the male stated he was interested in purchasing a Mother’s Day gift. The suspect looked at several items and then inquired about watches. An employee began showing the suspect several items and then he asked if the jeweler carried Rolex. The employee confirmed and took the suspect to the showcase. Once seeing the Rolex in the counter, he asked to view the Rolex. The employee removed the watch from the showcase and handed it to the suspect. Once the suspect gained possession of the item, he stood up from the chair and ran out of the store. A police report was filed.

Suspect(s) Description: Male, Black, early to mid-40’s, 5’10”, average build, tattoo on side of face, wearing a blue t-shirt, jeans, beard (dark with some gray)

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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Washington, D.C. – Jewelry store owner said he was tied up during Dupont Circle robbery attempt.

Washington, D.C. – The owner of a jewelry store told 7News he was tied up and held at gunpoint during an attempted robbery near Dupont Circle.

The events that followed would lead to a female suspect being shot by Metro Transit Police and a man being taken into custody.

Tan Hoang, the owner of Ideal Cut Jewelers on Connecticut Avenue, Northwest, said Friday started as any other day, but that changed when a worker buzzed two people into the store.

Surveillance cameras captured the two strolling into the shop. Moments later, he said they pulled a gun.

“I saw the gun pointed in my face,” Hoang said. “Then, they pushed us down and tied us up back at the door.”

The terrifying moments happened around 4 p.m. just off a busy D.C. thoroughfare.

“I just told them, get whatever you want, but don’t shoot us,” said Hoang. “We’re just regular people.”

Getting out of that terrifying situation to getting the attention of the police took some bold action by the store owner.

“Both of them tried to get the jewelry in the showcase, so I locked the door and pushed the panic button,” he said. “We have an emergency door out the back. We ran out, and then the police came.”

That’s when Metro Transit Police said one of their officers fired a shot and hit the female suspect in the leg.

Police would spend hours hauling away the last bit of evidence. A motorbike was also taken away from the scene on a tow truck.

Friday night, Hoang worked to clean up his shop and move on.

“It’s a repair shop,” said Hoang. “We’re not a big store. We don’t have very much jewelry in the store, but things like this happen.”

“I have to start again, but what can I do?” he asked.

To view the article on MSN.com and video provided by ABC 7 News, click HERE.

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New York, NY- Outrageous moment thief brazenly robs Jeweler loved by Tom Cruise and Pedro Pascal at knifepoint in daylight heist in NYC.

New York City, NY– Stuffing fistfuls of jewelry into his pockets and brandishing a knife, this is the outrageous moment a thief was seen menacing a celebrity-loved designer during a heist at his store in crime-plagued New York.

In the clip, designer Jonathan Meizler, 61, can be seen grappling with the light-fingered goon in a fruitless bid to stop him making off with gem-studded silver necklaces worth $3,000.

To view the entire article provided by Dailymail.com, click HERE.

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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ALBUQUERQUE, NM- GRAB AND RUN.

Albuquerque, NM– On May 03, 2025, a suspect entered a jewelry store at the Coronado Center Mall and asked to look at gold chains. He tried on a gold chain and fled the store with it. Albuquerque police were called and responded to investigate the incident. The chain was recovered in the parking lot. Subject wearing distinct sneakers.

Suspect(s) Description: White, Male, 5’8″, 190lbs, 22 Years Old, Dark Hair, Black Skull Cap, Blue Hoodie/Red Lining, Tie Die Shirt, Black Sweatpants, Tan Backpack wearing blue sneakers with white sole.

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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SAVANNAH, GA- GRAB AND RUN

Savannah, GA– On April 29, 2025, at the Oglethorpe Mall in Savannah, GA, a grab and run theft occurred at a jewelry store. A lone male entered the store and began looking at chains. After a short time, the male asked to see the above item. The employee removed the item and was holding both ends of the chain. The male inquired about the weight. As a result, the male took possession of the chain and ran out of the store. A police report was filed. No injuries reported.

Suspect(s) Description: Male, Black, late 30’s to early 40’s, 5’10” – 6’00”, wearing dark jeans, black t-shirt, yellow construction vest, moles, or skin tags on face.

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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Lyndhurst, OH- Burglars grab bling in Mayfield Road jewelry store break-in: Lyndhurst Police Blotter

Lyndhurst, OH- At 2:15 a.m. April 26, an alarm summoned officers to Cleveland Wholesale Jewelry, 5148 Mayfield Road, where two front windows had been broken out.

No one was found to be in the store. But someone had been in the store, as the owner, when called to the scene, reported that items had been stolen.

The owner will conduct an inventory to determine what was stolen and the value of those items.

Article provided by Cleveland.com.

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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NASHVILLE, TN – Gun pulled on employees who stop $9K theft at Nashville jewelry store

Nashville, TN – — A Nashville jewelry store staff stopped a robber before they were about to close up shop. However, they told News 2 that it wasn’t the first time they’d been targeted.

On Friday, 38-year-old Joshua Calvo allegedly walked into Peacock Jewelers in South Nashville and told the owners he wanted to sell them a piece of jewelry. Staff told News 2 he had asked them to start a custom-designed piece as a distraction.

They said he came into and out of the store multiple times, and waited until they were about to lock up for the night before pulling out a gun.

“When he tried to pull the gun on us, one of the security guards that he didn’t realize was here went to the front door — preventing him from leaving — and there was another security guard in the back that he didn’t realize was there,” store co-owner Joey Nunley said.

Calvo was allegedly stealing watch straps, the owners told News 2, and he had also slipped a $31,000 one-of-a-kind pendant into his sleeve. Staff members told him to put the gun down; when Calvo turned, a security guard tackled him to the ground and subdued him until he could be arrested by an officer with the Metro Nashville Police Department.

“Had we not had the security here that night, I don’t think we would have made it,” Nunley said. “I think he would have either killed us or worse — put us in a situation where we were locked up in the safe or something where we couldn’t breathe.”

Court records obtained by News 2 showed that Calvo had been arrested for felony burglary in 2014, 2015 and 2017. Calvo has also been repeatedly arrested for theft.

It’s also the second time the 21st Avenue business has been targeted by thieves. In 2021, robbers stole $25,000 in jewelry. That loss wasn’t recovered. However this time, they were able to get the pendant back.

The owners told News 2 they’re working to increase their security measures by installing more panic buttons throughout the store.

“I’m just thankful that no one was hurt and that this individual is now in the hands of the police and it hopefully stays that way for a long time,” Paul Wilson, a co-owner at Peacock Jewelers said.

Calvo has been charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and theft in connection with this case. The co-owners also told News 2 that they had written the District Attorney’s Office and asked for Calvo to be charged to the fullest extent of the law.

Article provided by ABC 2 News. To view the video news article provided by ABC 2 News, click HERE.

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MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA- ATTEMPTED BURGLARY OF JEWELRY STORE.

On 04/26/25, it was reported that three males attempted to break in through the front window of a jewelry store. The driver backed a newer model burgundy pickup truck in front of the door. He immediately jumped out of the truck with a large rock in his right hand and started hitting the front window. The other two males followed the 1st Male and started kicking the windows. The suspects were out of the truck for 23 seconds and ran back to the truck. Police were notified and investigation is continuing.

Suspect(s) Description: 3 Males in a newer burgundy pickup

1st Male unknown race or age. Wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt with hood up and baseball cap with authentication sticker still on the brim, blue jeans, and white athletic shoes

2nd Male unknown race and age. Wearing blue hooded sweatshirt with hood up, red baseball cap with the authentication sticker still on the brim, white t-shirt under jacket tan pants

3rd Male unknow race and age. Gray hooded jacket with hood up a blue baseball cap with the authentication sticker on the brim and blue jeans.

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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WEST COVINA, CA- GRAB AND RUN.

West Covina, CA– On April 26, 2025, a jewelry store reported a grab and run theft at the Plaza West Covina mall. The suspect, described as a Hispanic male approached the case where the gold chains are located. The employee assisting him retrieved a gold chain and helped the customer try it on. When the employee removed the necklace from the suspect it dropped to the floor and the suspect grabbed it and ran out the store. The police and mall security were called and arrived on site. No injuries were reported.

Suspect(s) Description:

Male Hispanic, 5’7 190lbs, 24 YOA, Red tattoo on left hand BLESSED, Wearing, Black shirt with XLRG, Blue Jeans, Tan baseball wearing it backwards

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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THORNTON, COLORADO- GRAB AND RUN

Thornton, CO– On April 25, 2025, a jewelry reported that a grab and run incident occurred at the Denver Premium Outlets. A male suspect entered the store where he was greeted by an employee. The male proceeded to the gold showcase and began to look at gold necklaces. The male selected a necklace and then asked to look at a larger Cuban gold necklace. The male quickly grabbed both necklaces and fled the store. Mall security and the Thornton Police Department were notified and responded to this incident. No injuries were reported.

Suspect(s) Description: Male, 5’6, 25-30 yrs. old, Hispanic, build 170 lbs., brown/black hair, brown eyes, white Titleist hat, black joggers- wind breaker material, white and black shoes, black sweatshirt

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.