Miami Jewelry Store Hit In Brazen Daytime Robbery

MIAMI, FL — Miami police are searching for four masked bandits who held up MVJ Jewelry during a brazen daytime robbery on Wednesday.

Officer Michael Vega of the Miami Police Department said the robbery happened around 11:50 a.m. at the business located at 800 NW 27th Avenue.

"Once inside, they punched the victim in the stomach," said Vega, referring to the business owner. "They then proceeded to tie the victim and took some valuable items."

Vega said at least two of the bandits were armed with handguns. He did not disclose what was taken.

"The suspects fled in an unknown direction," Vega explained. "The investigation continues as detectives are actively working the case."

To report a tip, call the Miami Police Department’s Robbery Unit at 305-603-6370. Alternatively, call Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471- TIPS (4877); visit www.crimestoppersmiami.com and select “Give a Tip” or text "CSMD" followed by the tip information to 274637.