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🇺🇸 New York City · US · 12 Dec 2024

Trio Sought in Audacious $800,000 Jackson Heights Jewelry Store Burglary

QUEENS, NY — Authorities are searching for three individuals linked to a high-stakes burglary at a local jewelry store in the vibrant commercial hub of Jackson Heights, Queens, which resulted in the loss of nearly $800,000 in valuable property.

According to the New York City Police Department (NYPD), the incident took place in the early hours. The suspects managed to bypass security measures to gain access to the premises. Once inside, they systematically cleaned out display cases and safes, targeting high-end jewelry, precious stones, and metal pieces.

Detectives have released surveillance descriptions and are urging anyone with information regarding the identity or whereabouts of the three suspects to contact the NYPD's Crime Stoppers Hotline. Retailers in the area are also being advised to review their security setups as the search continues.

Sources : qns