$50K Rolex Watch Stolen From Novato Jewelry Store​

NOVATO, CA — Police are investigating the theft of a $50,000 watch from a Novato jewelry store.

Novato police officers responded to a report of a theft Tuesday at Gold Rush Jewelers at 926 Diablo Ave.

Police said the victim met with a man at the business to sell a watch to him in a third-party transaction. The suspect inspected the watch, tried it on and then fled the store without paying the victim.

The Rolex was valued at more than $50,000, police said.

After stealing the watch, the suspect may have fled the area in a newer black Acura SUV with an unknown license plate number.

Police released a surveillance photo of the suspect Thursday.

"We would like to thank the community in advance for any assistance provided," police said. "We're hopeful that we can bring closure to this case and return the watch to the rightful owner."

Anyone with information was asked to call 415-897-4361 or email crimetips@novato.org. Anonymous tips can be submitted by texting "TIP NOVATO" followed by the message to 888777 or by calling Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (8477).