Crime & Safety
Large Quantity Of High-Value Jewelry Stolen In Smash-And-Grab Theft: Manchester Police
The suspects inside the store forcibly smashed several display cases and stole a large quantity of high-value jewelry, police said.
MANCHESTER, CT — Manchester police are investigating a theft at a jewelry store inside the mall.
At 6 p.m. Wednesday, police responded to a report of a theft at King Jewelers, located inside the Buckland Hills Mall.
According to store employees, three suspects were involved. Two men entered the store while a third male, who remained outside, acting as a lookout, police said.
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The suspects inside the store forcibly smashed several display cases and stole a large quantity of high-value jewelry, including chains, earrings, rings, and other items, police said.
The total value of the stolen merchandise remains under investigation. Following the theft, the suspects fled the area and are believed to have left in an unknown vehicle, police said.
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The Manchester Police Department is actively investigating this incident. Anyone with information, or who may have witnessed suspicious activity in the area at the time of the theft, is asked to contact Detective Sargolini at 959-333-5146.

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