Burglars Smashed Glass Cases To Steal Jewelry From Temecula Mall Store

TEMECULA, CA — Two suspects armed with hammers shattered glass cases and swiped jewelry from a store inside Promenade Temecula Mall over the weekend, Riverside County Sheriff's Department investigators said.

At 5 p.m. Friday, Southwest Station deputies arrived at the scene at the 40800 block of Winchester Road in Temecula after the reported smash-and-grab burglary. Two suspects fled before they arrived, and no shooting occurred during the incident, according to Sgt. Josh Hephner.

"Suspects used hammers to smash glass display cases and steal an undetermined amount of jewelry," Hephner said.

No injuries were reported during the burglary.

The investigation is ongoing, and additional information should be sent t Deputy G. Mitchel of the Southwest Station's Robbery/Burglary Suppression Team. Call 951-696-3419 or email tips to gmitchel@riversidesheriff.org.