$15,000 Reward Offered as FBI Searches for Group Responsible for Multi-State Armed Robbery String
FBI Offers Reward for Information Leading to Justice
Agents with the FBI’s Chicago field office are now offering a $15,000 reward for information that could lead to the arrest and conviction of the group responsible for a year-and-a-half-long string of armed robberies at jewelry stores in three states.
Background of the Robberies
The robberies, which unfolded between July 2023 and September 2024, involved four armed suspects who used Halloween-style masks to conceal their identities. They would enter jewelry stores, brandishing AR-style rifles, handguns, and hammers, and force victims to hand over valuable items.
Timeline of the Robberies
The first robbery took place on July 13, 2023, at Jawahir Jewelry in Bridgeview, Illinois. The second robbery occurred on January 9, 2024, at Jerusalem Jewelry in Bridgeview, and the third robbery happened on August 7, 2024, at Mariam Jewelry in Dearborn, Michigan. The most recent robbery occurred on September 14, 2024, at Dahab Jewelry in Winchester, Missouri.
Surveillance Footage Released
The FBI has released surveillance footage of the suspects, which show them wearing Halloween-style masks and carrying rifles, handguns, and hammers. The agency is urging the public to come forward with any information that could lead to the arrest and conviction of the individuals responsible for the string of armed robberies.
Tips and Leads
Anyone with information on the robberies is asked to contact the FBI’s Toll-Free tipline at 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324). Tips can also be submitted anonymously through the FBI’s website, tips.fbi.gov.
Conclusion
The FBI is seeking the public’s help in bringing to justice the group responsible for the armed robberies. The agency is offering a $15,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspects. If you have any information, please come forward and help the FBI solve these crimes.
FAQs
- What is the timeline of the robberies?
The robberies took place between July 2023 and September 2024. - What is the total number of robberies?
There were four armed robberies. - What is the location of the robberies?
The robberies occurred in Illinois, Michigan, and Missouri. - What is the reward being offered?
A $15,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspects. - How can I submit a tip?
You can submit a tip through the FBI’s website, tips.fbi.gov, or contact the FBI’s Toll-Free tipline at 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324).
