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American jeweller pleads guilty to swindling more than $184K

February 2, 2024

Laura Bee, a former manager at the now-shuttered Ever Love Jewelry in Huntington Village, N.Y., recently entered a guilty plea to one count of third-degree grand larceny. She admitted to swindling approximately C$184,400 (US$137,000) from customers and other jewellers over a three year-period.

Keeping safe: What you need to know about jewellery store thefts and holiday shopping

January 10, 2024

With the holiday shopping season upon us, it’s crucial that your staff be prepared to prevent crimes that can easily go unnoticed. As you prepare for the busy season, don’t forget to stay vigilant with your security measures. Keep these three things in mind as you prepare your jewellery store for the rush of customers and heightened risk of holiday thefts.

Search continues for Burlington, Ont., jewellery thief

December 12, 2023

Halton Regional Police are seeking the public’s assistance with identifying a man wanted in connection to the alleged robbery of a Burlington, Ont., jewellery store. While examining an engagement ring, the man informed the employee assisting him of armed individuals stationed outside the store. He left with the ring, valued at C$40,000, still in his possession.

Lab-grown diamond-swapper arrested in U.S.

September 28, 2023

A quarter million dollars of gemstones and jewellery are the crux of an alleged jeweller-led scam in Oregon.

An ounce of prevention: Tips for protection against three common jewellery store crimes

March 17, 2023

With crimes against jewellers on the rise, it is important jewellers recommit to making safety and security a top priority.

Ont. jewellery store robbery sees second arrest

November 7, 2022

Two suspects have now been charged in connection with three separate jewellery store robberies that took place May 12 in Durham region.

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Tag: theft

American jeweller pleads guilty to swindling more than $184K

Keeping safe: What you need to know about jewellery store thefts and holiday shopping

Search continues for Burlington, Ont., jewellery thief

Lab-grown diamond-swapper arrested in U.S.

An ounce of prevention: Tips for protection against three common jewellery store crimes

Ont. jewellery store robbery sees second arrest

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American jeweller pleads guilty to swindling more than $184K

Keeping safe: What you need to know about jewellery store thefts and holiday shopping

Search continues for Burlington, Ont., jewellery thief

Lab-grown diamond-swapper arrested in U.S.

An ounce of prevention: Tips for protection against three common jewellery store crimes

Ont. jewellery store robbery sees second arrest

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