In a shocking crime dubbed the largest jewelry heist in U.S. history, seven men have been charged with stealing around $100 million in gold, diamonds, and luxury watches in 2022. The crime, which occurred during an international jewelry show in San Mateo, California, involved breaking into a Brinks semitruck. Four defendants remain at large, while some have already appeared in court. The investigation took years, highlighting the significant impact on the victims and the jewelry industry. Prosecutors aim to provide closure and justice to those affected by the theft.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Jena A. MacCabe, lead attorney for the case, expressed that the large-scale theft of jewelry and luxury items was unprecedented and devastating to many jewelers.
Akil Davis, assistant director of the FBI's Los Angeles Field Office, remarked on the importance of holding these defendants accountable for their role in the massive theft affecting numerous victims in the jewelry industry.
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