Anaheim Jewelry Store Heist Suspects Arrested
A 17-year-old suspect, believed to be the ninth individual involved in the Classic Jewelers burglary, was arrested in Lynwood on February 3, 2026, with police recovering a gun, ski masks, and a car theft device. This arrest followed the January 23, 2026, smash-and-grab robbery in Anaheim, where an SUV was rammed into the store, and an estimated $750,000 to $1 million in jewelry was stolen. As of May 29, 2026, nine suspects, all under the age of 25, have been apprehended, with seven men formally charged. The teen suspect was also involved in an attempted carjacking prior to his arrest.
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May 2026 — 1 developments
Ninth Suspect Arrested in Anaheim Jewelry Store Heist; Recovered Items Under Investigation
A 17-year-old suspect, believed to be the ninth individual involved in the Classic Jewelers burglary, was arrested in Lynwood on February 3, 2026. During his arrest, police recovered a gun, ski masks, and a car theft device, and are investigating if these items are connected to the heist.
February 2026 — 3 developments
Anaheim Police Arrest 17-Year-Old Suspect in Classic Jewelers Smash-and-Grab Robbery
Anaheim police arrested a 17-year-old suspect on January 30th in connection with the January 23rd smash-and-grab robbery at Classic Jewelers. This arrest marks the ninth suspect wanted in the heist, which involved ramming an SUV into the store and stealing an estimated $750,000 to $1 million in jewelry. The teen was apprehended in Lynwood after attempting to carjack two drivers.
Teen arrested as last suspect in Classic Jewelers smash-and-grab
A 17-year-old suspect was arrested on January 30, 2026, believed to be the last of nine individuals involved in the January 23 smash-and-grab robbery at Classic Jewelers in Anaheim. The teen had prior arrests for similar offenses.
One juvenile arrested in connection with Classic Jewelers smash-and-grab robbery
In addition to the seven men, one juvenile was also arrested in connection with the violent smash-and-grab robbery at Classic Jewelers.
January 2026 — 7 developments
Seven Men Charged in Anaheim Hills Jewelry Store Smash-and-Grab Robbery
Seven men have been formally charged in connection with the Anaheim Hills jewelry store smash-and-grab robbery.
Eight Suspects Arrested in Anaheim Smash-and-Grab Jewelry Heist
Eight suspects, all under the age of 25, have been arrested in connection with a smash-and-grab jewelry heist in Anaheim. The thieves used a stolen vehicle to ram the store's entrance, stole over $1 million in jewelry and a firearm, and fled in two separate vehicles. These getaway cars later crashed, resulting in injuries to six people.
Police identify suspects in Anaheim Hills jewelry store heist
Police identified some of the adult suspects arrested in connection with the Anaheim Hills jewelry store heist by name, including Jose Andres Martinez-Colindres, Leontrey Gipson, Deondre Jones, Tylaind Brown, and Khilen Toles. All eight arrested suspects are reportedly under the age of 24.
Thieves drive stolen car into Anaheim jewelry store during heist
Surveillance video captured the moment the thieves drove a stolen car into the Anaheim jewelry store during the heist.
Police arrest eight suspects, including a minor, in connection with robbery
Police arrested eight suspects, including a 17-year-old, in connection with the heist, an increase from the previously reported seven arrests. The suspects are identified as being from Los Angeles, Inglewood, and Compton, and the owner's gun was also stolen during the robbery.
Authorities close crash intersections for investigation, causing traffic delays
Authorities closed the intersections where the crashes occurred for investigation, causing traffic delays.
Crash victims transported to local hospitals with minor to moderate injuries
Several people involved in the crashes were transported to local hospitals with minor to moderate injuries.