Police Seek Suspects In Escondido Jewelry Heists

ESCONDIDO, CA – Police are seeking the public's help in identifying a woman suspected of stealing from two Escondido jewelry stores this week while as many as 10 accomplices distracted store employees.

"Once the employees are distracted, a female suspect sneaks into the rear of the business, searching for loose gold and jewelry," Escondido police Lt. Ed Varso said. "These groups are organized, sophisticated and operate in a structured behavior to further their criminal behavior."

Police believe the group has pulled off similar heists throughout the region, stealing thousands of dollars in cash and jewelry, Varso added.

Police believe the suspects travel in a silver mini-van, possibly a Honda Odyssey.

Anyone with information about the suspects was asked to call Escondido police Detective Mike Martinez at 760-839-4739. Anonymous tips can be submitted at 760-743-TIPS (8477).

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