Robbers Steal $3.2 Million in Jewelry from Queens Home
UPDATE: A brazen group of robbers posing as construction workers has stolen a staggering $3.2 million worth of jewelry from a home in Jamaica Hills, Queens. The New York Police Department (NYPD) reports that the incident occurred on October 16, 2023, around 2:20 p.m. local time, and the suspects are still at large as of today, October 28, 2023.
The robbery unfolded when three men, disguised in construction attire, broke through the back door of a private residence near 160th Street and 84th Drive. The thieves made off with a safe containing high-value jewelry, leaving no injuries in their wake. The motive for the robbery remains unclear.
Authorities describe the suspects as follows: two of the men wore black sweatshirts, black pants, and neon construction jackets, while the getaway driver was seen in a white hoodie, black pants, and gray sneakers. Eyewitness reports indicate that they arrived in a blue Hyundai Elantra and were caught on surveillance entering the home after covering their faces.
Images released by NYPD Crime Stoppers show the suspects pulling up in their getaway vehicle before committing the crime. As the investigation continues, police urge anyone with information about the robbery to contact the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS.
This shocking heist highlights a growing concern in the area, as residents are left feeling uneasy about their safety. The NYPD is working tirelessly to apprehend the individuals responsible for this audacious crime. Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
