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Westland, MI- Westland man arrested after allegedly trying to pawn necklace he stole from jewelry store the same day.

WESTLAND, Mich. – A man is facing federal charges after allegedly stealing from a jewelry store in Westland and trying to pawn a necklace he stole the same day. Police responded to a jewelry store on Warren Road in Westland on April 15, 2025, at around 2:30 p.m. for a report of an armed robbery.

Victims described the suspect as a man in his 50s or 60s wearing a blue shirt, black coat, red hat, glasses and carrying a purple Xfinity bag. Court documents said the suspect is seen on surveillance footage entering the store multiple times throughout the day.

According to witnesses, he identified himself under a fake name and inquired about lab-created diamonds while making small talk with employees. John Talerico faces two federal charges—Hobbs Act robbery and possession of a firearm during a crime of violence.

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El Paso, TX- Police seek public’s help in identifying suspect in jewelry theft at mall

EL PASO, TX – A man is wanted by police after he stole more than $6,000 in jewelry from a business in the Cielo Vista Mall.

The El Paso Police Department and Crime Stoppers of El Paso are seeking the community’s help in identifying the suspect involved in this week’s “Crime of the Week.”

The unidentified man entered the mall on a BMX-style bicycle at 4 A.M. on March 9.

After making entry, the man went to Gold & Silver, a kiosk in the mall, where he took gold earrings and some watches from the stand. The stolen items are estimated to have a value of $6,400.

Article provided by KFOX14 CBS 4 News.

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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Milford, CT – Smash-and-Grab Mayhem: Mall Jewelry Heist Suspect Busted After Bold Robbery: Milford PD

MILFORD, CT — A man is facing a litany of charges in connection with a smash-and-grab robbery at a Connecticut Post Mall jewelry store, according to police.

Police responded to multiple 911 calls reporting “shots fired” at the 1201 Boston Post Road mall on Oct. 20 at 12:32 p.m.

Officers responded and found no shots were fired, but that the glass displays at the Oxford Jewelers kiosk had been smashed and jewelry was stolen.

Three males had smashed the glass cases and stole $45,000 to $50,000 worth of jewelry, according to police.

That same evening at 9:51 p.m., the suspects returned to the mall by shattering a glass door, resulting in $1,800 worth of damage, police said. The suspects fled in another vehicle as mall security arrived.

Following an investigation, police arrested Jakyii Grant, 19, of Bridgeport, on March 25.

He was charged in the first incident with first-degree larceny, conspiracy to commit first-degree larceny, second-degree criminal mischief, and conspiracy to commit second-degree criminal mischief. He was also charged with third-degree burglary, conspiracy to commit third-degree burglary, second-degree criminal mischief, and conspiracy to commit second-degree criminal mischief.

He was held on a total of $100,00 bond and taken to Milford Superior Court. The investigation is ongoing. The owner of Oxford Jewelers has said that thieves have hit his kiosk three times in the last two years.

He said the criminals are fast, often completing their task in under 20 seconds. They smash the glass, grab valuables like gold, silver, and diamonds, then flee.

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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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA- GRAB AND RUN.

Las Vegas, NV – On April 19, 2025, a jewelry store reported a grab and run at 2 separate stores in Las Vegas Nevada. Two female suspects entered the store where they were greeted by an employee. The two females proceeded to the gold showcase and began to look at necklaces. One of the females looked and selected a Cuban chain. The employee began removing the necklace from the showcase when the female grabbed the necklace from the employee’s hands and both females fled the store.

Suspect(s) Description:

  1. Female, 18-23 yrs. old, Black, 5’4, 160lbs, dark brown hair, black shirt, black hoodies with small graphics, denim shorts, light grey Crocs.
  2. Female, 18-23 yrs. old, Black, 170-180lbs, dark brown hair, black hoodies with white flower graphics, grey pants, tan and brown shoes, wearing white ear pods

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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Monroe County, MI- Monroe County Sheriff’s Office seeks info on jewelry store robbery suspects.

Monroe County, MI – The suspects, described by authorities as three men in their late teens to early 20s, robbed a Jewlery store in Frenchtown Twp. on Saturday and fled in a white jeep reported stolen out of Detroit, Michigan.

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As more information is developed, JSA will update this article. 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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LOS ANGELES, CA- Millions in merchandise taken by burglars who tunneled through concrete into LA jewelry store.

LOS ANGELES, CA– Burglars tunneled through a concrete wall to gain access to a Los Angeles jewelry store, making off with at least $10 million worth of watches, pendants, gold chains and other merchandise, police said. The heist happened around 9:30 p.m. Sunday at Love Jewels on Broadway in the heart of downtown’s jewelry district, according to Officer David Cuellar with the LA Police Department.

Investigators were reviewing security camera footage that shows the suspects entering the store from a large hole they drilled from the property next door, he said. “They tunneled through multiple levels of concrete into the target location,” Cuellar said Tuesday. An unknown number of suspects fled through the same hole and drove off in a late model Chevy truck, he said. The heist wasn’t discovered until store employees arrived for work Monday morning.

Initial estimates are that $10 million worth of merchandise was stolen, Cuellar said, adding that the number could change. The owner told The Associated Press the loss was around $20 million, and that they did not have insurance. No alarms went off and the feed to their in-store security cameras were cut. At the store on Tuesday, workers covered up the hole in the wall with a metal plate, repaired other damage and cleaned up overturned display cases and discarded boxes. Two large safes were broken into, containing all the merchandise they had in the store. Customers and friends stopped by to offer sympathy, with some even asking to purchase items.

Love Jewels’ website advertises items like a 14-karat yellow gold rope chain for $1,200, heart-shaped gold earrings for $200 and a gold cross pendant for $550. Videos on the store’s social media shows glass cases filled with rings, watches and necklaces. Detectives examined the scene for fingerprints and DNA, police said.

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.

Article provided by MSN News, click HERE to view article.

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Long Beach, CA- Robbery at Long Beach Jewelry Store, Suspects at Large.

Long Beach, CA- The incident happened around 12:40 p.m. at Gems and Jewels, located at 4130 Atlantic Avenue.

Witnesses say the robbery began when a young woman walked into the store and used pepper spray. Moments later, five to six men jumped out of an SUV and stormed inside. The entire robbery was over in less than a minute.

One store employee was possibly shot during the chaos, according to witnesses. Their condition has not yet been confirmed.

Police have not released information on what, if anything, was taken, and no suspect descriptions have been made public. The robbery remains under investigation.

Article provided by LBLN Local news, click here to view. This is developing story. The Jewelers’ Security Alliance will update accordingly.

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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WESTLAND, MICHIGAN- ROBBERY OF JEWLERY STORE.

Westland, MI– On April 15, 2025, a Jewelry store reported a robbery after a lone male entered the store numerous times throughout the day to view various rings. The suspect returned once again and after being in the store for just over an hour, the suspect produced a weapon and quietly told the employee to place the rings in a bag he carried with him. The suspect then told the employee to go over to another showcase and place numerous other items into his bag as well. The employee was then asked to go the cash register and remove the cash inside. The employee and another employee were then told to go into the back room. As soon as they entered the small office, the suspect pulled out a can of an aerosol irritant and sprayed it at one of the employees before fleeing on foot.

Suspect(s) Description: the suspect is described as an older European white male in his late 60s to early 70s. The suspect was well dressed with leather dress shoes, black slacks, black shirt, black tie and a black suit jacket. The suspect also wore a black three-quarter length overcoat. The suspect appeared to wear prescription glasses and a po’boy hat -burnt orange in color. The suspect appeared to have a pinky ring in walked with his feet turned outwards.

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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BROOKLYN, NY- GRAB AND RUN

Brooklyn, NY– On 4/12/2025, at the 86Th street mall, a jewelry store reported a grab and run. A lone male suspect entered the store. The suspect reportedly only spoke Spanish. The suspect alleged he was interested in looking at gold chains. The employee presented a chain to the suspect and then returned it to the showcase. After discussing the chains, the suspect requested to look at another gold chain. After displaying the item, the suspect picked up the chain and immediately exited the store. A second suspect was waiting on a scooter parked on the sidewalk in front of the store. The suspect jumped on the back of the scooter, and they drove away. No injuries were reported. The New York Police Department was notified.

Suspect(s) Description:

Suspect 1: Male, Hispanic, 5’, 20 to 25 yrs, thin build, wearing a black knit hat, black puffer jacket, black hoody, black pants, and black & white sneakers.

Suspect 2: Male, unknown, wearing a helmet with face shield, black jacket, light colored pants. Blue Scooter.

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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SOUTH WINDSOR, CT- Jewelry store in South Windsor burglarized.

SOUTH WINDSOR, Conn. — A jewelry store in South Windsor was broken into early Monday, and a number of items were stolen. Police said the crime may be connected to other burglaries in the area.

Police said they received an alarm from Hannoush Jewelers, located on Buckland Road, around 4:20 Monday morning. Officers arrived within minutes and confirmed that entry was made into the building through a window on the side of the building and jewelry cases were smashed.

Buckland Road is a busy throughway that connects the Buckland Hills shopping area with the center of South Windsor.

The suspect vehicle, according to police, appeared to be an older model Hyundai Santa Fe with a paper registration.

Police said the same vehicle was used in previous jewelry store burglaries in other jurisdictions in recent months. Police said the store owner will be providing a complete inventory of what was taken.

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.

Article provided by Fox 61, click here to view article.