London, U.K. — In a violent daylight robbery that shocked the community, two men armed with hammers attacked a well-known jewelry shop owner and his security guard in Chelsea, West London. The incident, which occurred in March, involved Ian Towning, a celebrity antique dealer known for his appearances on television shows like Dickinson’s Real Deal … Read more
Surat, India – A brazen robbery attempt at a local jewelry shop in the bustling Bhestan market was disrupted when vigilant community members intervened, capturing two of the three suspects while the shopkeeper and his assistant sustained serious injuries during the confrontation. The incident, which occurred under the guise of a legitimate transaction, escalated quickly … Read more
Detroit, MI — A gruesome crime unfolded in the upscale neighborhood of Rochester Hills, where two men, posing as utility workers, are accused of the brutal slaying of a 72-year-old jewelry store owner found dead in his basement. The assailants, who appeared at the homeowner’s door in reflective vests, claimed to be investigating a gas … Read more
Wilmington, DE — A Delaware court has sentenced a man to 40 years in prison following a brutal attack inside a local jewelry store, officials reported. The violent incident, which occurred last year, has since stirred widespread conversations about security measures in retail locations. The assailant, identified as James Thompson, 32, from Newark, was convicted … Read more
Daytona Beach, Fla. — A man has been formally charged with murder in connection with the fatal shooting of a jewelry store owner in Daytona Beach, escalating concerns over crime in the popular tourist city. The suspect, whose identity has not yet been disclosed, faces first-degree murder charges and remains in custody following his indictment … Read more
Los Angeles, California – The world of vintage jewelry has lost a cherished collector and seller with the passing of Sarah Alden at 53 years old. Known for her keen eye in curating a collection of vintage pieces under the brand Sarah Alden Estate, her tragic death has left a void in the industry. Alden’s … Read more
WILMINGTON, DEL. – A man was found guilty by a New Castle County jury for assaulting a jewelry store owner during a heist in downtown Wilmington. Calvin Ushery, 40, was convicted of assault, robbery, and weapons charges after a two-hour deliberation. The robbery gained national attention as surveillance video from the store circulated following the … Read more
BELMONT, N.C. – A jewelry store owner in Belmont, North Carolina was the victim of a terrifying robbery, kidnapping, and shooting on Wednesday night, according to local police. The victim, who was shot in the back, reported that four armed men wearing ski masks were responsible for the violent attack at his store on South … Read more
GASTON COUNTY, N.C. – A man in Gastonia, North Carolina, was shot in the back during a robbery and kidnapping at his jewelry store on Wednesday night, according to officials. The incident has left the community on edge as police investigate the violent crime. Authorities responded to two locations, the jewelry store on South New … Read more
Authorities in New Jersey have shot and killed 41-year-old Shamar Leggette, a suspect in the 2022 robbery of nearly $1 million in jewelry from a Brooklyn bishop that was captured on a live stream. The U.S. marshals attempted to detain Leggette at a New Jersey hotel on Wednesday afternoon. According to two senior law enforcement … Read more