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Victorville, CA- Teen stole necklaces worth $52K from jewelry store, police say.

A 17-year-old boy was arrested after he allegedly stole two necklaces from from a jewelry store at the Mall of Victor Valley.

The boy, whose identity has not been released, entered Valliani Jewelers at about 5:20 p.m. on Nov. 16, asked about two necklaces, then ran toward the exit with the jewelry, the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department said in a news release.

The boy made it to his vehicle and drove off with the necklaces, which are worth about $52,000, authorities said. He was taken into custody at his Victorville home on Thursday and faces charges of robbery and grand theft.

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Rochester Hills, MI- 2 accused of killing jeweler after posing as DTE workers at Rochester Hills home bound over for trial.

Rochester Hills, MI– The widow of a slain Hamtramck jeweler repeatedly asked two men who posed as DTE workers checking for a supposed gas leak in their Rochester Hills home where her husband was after he went to the basement with the duo, but didn’t return when the pair came back upstairs.

“I started asking: ‘Where is my husband? Where is my husband?’ And I didn’t get a response,” Linda Murray testified Tuesday during a preliminary exam in 52-3 District Court in Rochester Hills for two men charged in the Oct. 11 death of her husband, Hussein (Sam) Murray, to whom she was married for 54 years.

District Judge Laura Polizzi bound over both men — Carlos Hernandez, 38, and Joshua Zuazo, 39, both of Dearborn — to stand trial in Oakland County Circuit Court. Each is charged with one count of felony murder and two counts of unlawful imprisonment.

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LITTLE ROCK, AR- GRAB AND RUN.

Little Rock, AR– On December 20, 2024, a grab and run theft incident was reported by a lone male entered who the store under the pretense of shopping for a gift. He immediately approached the showcase that was closest to the front door. Once assisted, he asked to see a pair of 1ct diamond earrings. The earrings were removed from the showcase and placed on the counter. During this presentation, the suspect wanted to compare the first pair with another pair of diamond earrings. When the team member turned away, the suspect grabbed both sets and fled the store in an unknown direction. The suspect was in the store less than 3 minutes. It is believed that the same suspect was in the store with another male the night before. No injuries were reported. A report was filed with North Little Rock Police.

Suspect(s) Description: Male, white, 45-50 years old, tall, thin build, salt and pepper hair with a long ponytail. Wearing a Milwaukee gray ball cap, gray shirt, glasses, tan pants and dark tennis shoes.

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

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ARLINGTON, TX- SMASH AND GRAB ROBBERY

Arlington, TX- On December 20, 2024 at the Village by the Park mall, a jewelery store reported a smash and Grab robbery involving four male suspects at closing time on Dec 19th.
Four males ran into the store all covered in dark clothing with the exception of one wearing a green jacket. Upon entry the suspects directed the employees to stay down. One male suspect stayed at the door and acted as a lookout , The other three suspects used a rock and a type of claw hammer to get into the case housing gold chains. They removed an undetermined amount of gold product. The event lasted less than three minutes. Authorities were contacted and arrived on scene shortly. This investigation is on-going.

Suspect(s) limited Description:

  1. Black Male; 6FT Thin Build w Dark complexion; Possibly Mid-twenties.
  2. Black Male; Medium Build; 5’10 to 6Ft.
  3. Black Male; 5”10 to 6Ft; Thin to Medium Build.
  4. Black Male; 5”10 to 6Ft.

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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ST GEORGE, UTAH- BURGLARY of JEWELRY STORE.

St. George, Utah– On December 23, 2024, at the Red Cliffs Mall- it was reported that a burglary incident occurred at a Jewelry store in St. George, Utah. Two male suspects gained entry into the mall by removing the lock and push bar of the entry door of the mall by using a metal grinder. The two male suspects then gained entry to the store by removing several bars of the gate using the metal grinder and walked inside the store. The two males used small sledgehammers to begin to break down the sliding doors to the display showcases, 3 total showcases total, and removed and concealed the pieces into their black duffle bags. The two males then exited the store from the opening of the gate and exited the mall. Mall Security and St. George Police Department were called and responded to this incident. No injuries were reported.

Suspect(s) Description:
Suspect #1- Male, 30-40 yrs. old, 5’10, 160lbs, white/black mask, black hoodie, black gloves, black pants, black work boots, carrying a large black duffle bag.

Suspect #2- Male, 20-30yrs. old, 5’8, 150lbs, white/black mask, black hoodie with white draw strings, denim pants, black/white shoes, carry a black backpack

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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ALTOONA, IA- GRAB AND RUN

Altoona, IA– On December 23, 2024, A Jewelry store was the victim of a grab and run theft. A lone male entered the location under the pretense of shopping for a gift. The suspect claimed he was interested in buying a gold chain and charm. Once assisted, he picked out a Cuban link gold chain and then wanted a charm to place on the chain. He was presented with the gold chain to inspect. Once the suspect had access to the gold chain and charm, he fled the store with both pieces. No injures were reported. A report was filed with Altoona Police for further investigation.

Suspect(s) Description: Male, black, dark complexion, late 30’s, 5’7”, 175lbs, mustache and thin beard. Wearing a ball cap, heavy hunter green jacket, dark pants and tennis shoes.

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

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North Attleboro, MA – GRAB AND RUN (REPEAT OFFENDER)

North Attleboro, MA– On 12/19/2024, a lone male suspect entered the store. The suspect alleged he was looking to purchase a gold chain. After discussing several options, the suspect requested to look at the Cuban Curb necklace described above. The employee advised the suspect only one item can be presented. The suspect secured the necklace around his neck and then removed the necklace. At that point, the suspect balled the chain up in his right hand and ran from the store. No injuries were reported. Mall Security and the North Attleboro Police were notified.

Suspect(s) Description: Male, Black, thin build, 28 to 34yrs, 5’9”, short black hair, black beard, wearing a black graphic pullover, jeans, and black Nike sneakers. Note, the suspect is wearing the same sneakers in all photos below.

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

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SILVERDALE, WA- GRAB AND RUN

Silverdale, WA- On December 21, 2024, at the Kitsap Mall, a grab and run occurred when a lone male approached the store and asked to see a variety of items. He indicated he was shopping for his girlfriend and was looking for a set of gold items. The suspect was allowed to try on a gold chain with a star pendant while also looking at a pair of earrings and a gold ring. Once the pendant and chain were around his neck, he grabbed the earrings and the ring and ran from the location without making payment. No person was injured in this incident. Mall security was advised and a report filed with local police. The suspect fled in a vehicle with license plate CCY1064 as per security. Possibly on a Hellcat.

Suspect(s) Description: The suspect is described as a Hispanic or lighter skinned black male in his late 20s early 30 years of age. He was 5’7” tall and weighted approximately 165 pounds. He wore dark colored pants panda black puffy Nike jacket and a black wool hat with a Nike logo on the front. He wore a white t-shirt under a black sweatshirt, white socks, and dark colored running shoes. The suspect appeared to have a mustache and tattoos on his neck and hand. Team members describe seeing a flame tattoo on his neck and a rose tattoo on his hand.

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

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JOLIET, ILLINOIS- GRAB AND RUN.

Joliet, Illinois– On December 18, 2024, at the Louis Joliet Mall in Joliet Illinois, a lone suspect entered the site looking for men’s jewelry. The employee assisting him showed him men’s diamond rings and he selected one looked at it and gave it back and then selected a 2nd ring. When he had possession of the ring he just walked out of the store. Both Mall Security and Police were called and responded. No injuries were reported.

Suspect(s) Description: Male Black; 6’1” 180lbs; Medium build; Late 40’sshort black hair and balding; Facial Hair; Attire: Wearing wearing all Black; Short Sleeve shirt

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

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

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College Point, NY- Siblings charged in connection to violent Astoria jewel heist: NYPD

Queens, NY– (December 22, 2024) A pair of siblings from College Point were arrested in Bayside on the morning of Friday, Dec. 13, and criminally charged in connection to a violent jewel heist in Astoria hours earlier.

Brayan Pulido-Pineda, 23, and his sister, Sandy Pulido, 21, both from the same address on 11th Avenue in College Point, were taken into custody by police from the 111th Precinct in Bayside after a brief car chase.

Investigators determined they were in possession of $500,000 worth of jewelry stolen from a 50-year-old man who was beaten and robbed by three masked men in Astoria.

The victim was transporting a large inventory of jewelry on the night of Thursday, Dec. 12, when he got out of his vehicle in front of Rosa’s Pizza at 31-01 21st St. just before 10 p.m. He noticed three masked men exiting a vehicle who proceeded to punch and kick him and forcibly remove a bag containing the jewelry, according to the criminal complaint.

Police from the 114th Precinct in Astoria responded to the scene. The victim told them the bag also contained an Apple AirTag tracking device. The victim sustained minor injuries but refused medical treatment.

A detective from the Queens Borough North anti-crime unit tracked the stolen briefcase to the intersection of 217th Street and 48th Avenue in Bayside hours later. A cop from the 111th Precinct went to investigate and spotted a black 2014 Mazda sedan stopped at the location with the engine running.

When he approached the car on foot, the vehicle took off. He gave chase in his vehicle and watched as the Mazda sped through numerous red lights until it crashed into a fence in front of a home at 42-02 217th St. at 1:16 a.m.

The officer saw Sandy Pulido emerge from the driver’s side and Brayan Pulido-Pineda emerged from the passenger side and attempted to make a run for it. He was apprehended in front of a home at 42-12 217th St. He then found his sister behind that home, hiding underneath a truck, according to the criminal complaint.

The bag containing the stolen jewelry was recovered from the vehicle and returned to the victim, police said Sunday.

The siblings were booked at the 111th Precinct in Bayside, where Sandy Pulido told detectives her brother had called her and asked to be picked up near the Whitestone Bridge.

“He told me he took something and that he was in trouble,” she said. “The police stopped us and I was driving. I drove away from the police because I was nervous because he told me that he was in trouble.”

She added, “I tried to get away from the police, and I crashed the car. I ran out of the car and hid under a truck,” according to the criminal complaint.

The brother and sister were arraigned in Queens Criminal Court on Saturday, Sept. 14. Brayan Pulido was charged with criminal possession of stolen property, Sandy Pulido was charged with criminal possession of stolen property, and they were additionally charged with reckless endangerment, reckless driving, and driving with tinted windows.

The other two suspects in the Astoria jewelry heist remain at large, police said.

Article provided by the Astoria Post, click here to view entire article.

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