Mission Viejo Jewelry Heist Prompts Investigation

MISSION VIEJO, CA — Have you seen this jewelry?

Orange County Sheriff’s Department investigators are looking for a suspect who burglarized a home in the 27000 block of Pueblonuevo Drive, making off with more than $6,700 in valuables.

Residents shared that their home was burglarized between 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Feb. 3.

"Deputies responded to reports of a home burglary to find a shattered back door and a ransacked home," Jamiee Blashaw, OCSD Public Affairs Manager said.

Among the stolen items were:

• A Rolex watch
• Several pieces of jewelry including a ring with diamonds and pearls valued at $5,000
• A black floor safe

"Investigators are looking to locate the items and return them to the victims," Blashaw said.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Orange County Sheriff’s Department at 714-647-7000 or 949-206-6100 Anonymous tips can be submitted to Orange County Crime Stoppers by calling 1-855-TIP-OCCS (1-855-847-6227).