Jewel Thieves Cause Two Crashes in Southern California After Smash-and-Grab Robbery

Smash-and-Grab Robbery in Anaheim

• 💥 A group of 8 to 10 individuals, wearing ski masks and hoodies, executed a smash-and-grab robbery at Classic Jewelry in Anaheim Hills.
• 💰 The thieves used crowbars and hammers to smash display cases, making off with approximately $1 million worth of gold and diamonds.
• ⚠️ The owner reported that the suspects also grabbed his gun during the heist.

Getaway and Crashes

• 🚗 After the robbery, the suspects fled in two separate stolen cars.
• 💥 One getaway vehicle, a gray Dodge Charger, crashed into several cars at the intersection of Brookhurst and Lemon in Fullerton.
• 💥 A second getaway car also crashed into several vehicles at the intersection of Euclid and Malvern in Fullerton.

Arrests and Injuries

• 👮 Police apprehended at least 5 of the 8 suspects involved in the heist.
• 🏥 Several innocent bystanders suffered mild to moderate injuries as a result of the crashes and required hospitalization.
• 💎 Police have recovered some of the stolen jewelry.