O.C. theft suspects use sleight of hand to steal high-end jewelry from the elderly

The Anaheim Police Dept. issued a warning about suspects who are engaged in crimes targeting primarily elderly victims. The suspects use sleight-of-hand and distraction techniques to steal high-end jewelry or watches.

• SUSPECT VEHICLE: 2013 – 2018, Toyota RAV4 with an unknown license plate.
• DRIVER: Described as a Middle Eastern man, approximately 50 years old, 5’10” tall, 210 pounds, and had a full beard.
• PASSENGER: Described as a Middle Eastern woman, approximately 45 – 50 years old, 5’05” tall, and 150 pounds.

The Anaheim Police Dept. encourages you to stay aware of your surroundings and be cautious if a stranger approaches you and offers jewelry in an unsolicited manner.

If anyone has information regarding the theft, please contact the Anaheim Police Department at 714-765-1996 or Orange County Crime Stoppers at 855-TIP-OCCS.

Art Pedroza Editor

Our Editor, Art Pedroza, worked at the O.C. Register and the OC Weekly and studied journalism at CSUF and UCI. He has lived in Santa Ana for over 30 years and has served on several city and county commissions. When he is not writing or editing Pedroza specializes in risk control and occupational safety. He also teaches part time at Cerritos College and CSUF. Pedroza has an MBA from Keller University.

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