Multiple Smash-and-Grab Jewelry Robberies Target California Stores, Police Investigate

Two recent smash-and-grab robberies targeted jewelry stores in California, highlighting a troubling pattern of violent thefts involving multiple suspects and stolen vehicles. In Artesia, at least a dozen masked men stormed Amber Jewelers, smashing display cases and stealing jewelry while victims hid in fear. In Sunnyvale, a group of about 15 suspects rammed a stolen vehicle into an Indian American-run jewelry store, injuring the owner and using hammers to break display cases before fleeing in multiple cars. Police in Sunnyvale pursued one of the getaway vehicles but discontinued the chase for public safety reasons. Authorities in both locations continue their investigations and are urging anyone with information to come forward. These incidents underscore growing concerns about organized smash-and-grab crimes using vehicles to breach reinforced storefronts.