ST. THOMAS — The V.I.P.D. on Friday reported multiple robbery incidents that occurred in St. Thomas, including at a jewelry store and another at an apartment complex.
Jewelry Store Incident
According to police, on Wednesday at 4:35 p.m., the 911 Emergency Call Center dispatched officers to Beverly’s Jewelry, located on Main Street, Charlotte Amalie, to investigate a possible larceny.
The business owner and employees reported that around 3 p.m., several customers entered the store inquiring about items; and while the employees were distracted, several pieces of jewelry worth over $3,000 were stolen. The suspects then left the area.
Incident at Apartment Complex
The V.I.P.D. said that on Thursday at 8:52 p.m., officers were dispatched to Lovenlund Apartments to investigate a robbery.
The male victim reported sitting outside of Building 16 when he was approached by two males – one unknown wearing all black and face covered, and the other male was known to him. The males attacked him and removed his jewelry; however, the victim managed to escape and was able to alert 911. Suspects are still at large.
Police are urging anyone with knowledge of these incident to call 911, the Criminal Investigation Bureau at (340) 774-2211 extension 5513, or Crime Stoppers USVI at (800) 222- TIPS, where your information can earn you a reward.
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