In what is being referred to as the largest jewelry heist in U.S. history, seven men from Southern California have been indicted for stealing approximately $100 million worth of jewels and luxury items from an armored semitruck in July 2022. Federal charges include conspiracy to commit theft following a meticulous planning phase, where suspects tracked the vehicle for around 300 miles. Two suspects have pleaded not guilty, while links to additional thefts were uncovered, highlighting systemic issues surrounding jewelry security during transport.
The investigation revealed a meticulously planned operation where the suspects tracked the armored semitruck for 300 miles before executing the heist at rest stops.
With the value of the stolen goods estimated at $100 million, this incident marks not only a significant criminal event but also raises concerns regarding security protocols at jewelry shows.
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