Twenty Armed Robbers Smash San Ramon Jewelry Store, No Injuries
Twenty Armed Robbers Smash San Ramon Jewelry Store, No Injuries

Twenty Armed Robbers Smash San Ramon Jewelry Store, No Injuries

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A group of approximately 20 masked robbers conducted a violent smash-and-grab robbery at Heller Jewelers in San Ramon, firing gunshots during the heist but causing no injuries. The suspects smashed display cases and stole numerous items before fleeing in multiple getaway vehicles; police pursued initially but relied on air support to track them due to safety concerns. Several suspects have been detained at locations in Oakland and Dublin, with police continuing investigations and seeking witnesses. This incident marks the second such robbery at this jeweler since March 2023, when a previous armed robbery resulted in over $1 million in stolen jewelry and led to arrests. Police recovered some firearms and evidence at the scene, and authorities indicated the scale of the robbery has increased compared to prior incidents. The community and officials have expressed concern over the brazen and organized nature of these crimes occurring in broad daylight.

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