Crime & Safety

Robber Used Gun To Smash Glass At Greenwich Jewelry Store: Police

Police said a man used a handgun to smash a glass case during a robbery at a jewelry store in Greenwich

GREENWICH, CT — Police said a man used a handgun to smash a glass case during a robbery at a jewelry store in the Byram area of town early Wednesday evening. Lt. Mark Zuccerella said the robbery occurred at Byram Jewelers, located on Mill Street.

Zuccerella said a handgun was displayed during the robbery and used to smash a glass case, however no one was injured. (To sign up for Greenwich breaking news alerts and more, click here.)

The suspect is described by police as a tall man wearing a Fedora-style hat, a surgical mask, a black sweater and jeans. He was also carrying a yellow shopping bag, police said.

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The suspect fled the area in a Honda, Zuccerella said. Detectives are currently investigating the incident.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Greenwich Police at either 203-622-8004 or at 203-622-8054. Confidential tips can be provided at 203-622-3333, or emailed to TIPS@greenwichct.org. Callers are asked to reference GPD case 20-009384.

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