"A jewelry store owner fired a gun at a group of suspects during an attempted smash-and-grab robbery Wednesday afternoon in Milpitas, according to authorities. The incident happened around 1:25 p.m. in the 1500 block of Landess Avenue, Milpitas police Capt. Tyler Jamison said in a news release. According to Jamison, a group of 10 to 15 people rushed into the store and tried to steal jewelry."
"The store owner and an employee were the only ones inside the store at the time. During the incident, the owner discharged a legally owned firearm, Jamison said. No injuries were reported and no jewelry appeared to have been stolen, according to Jamison. The suspects left the scene before officers arrived and remain at large. An investigation is underway into the incident. Anyone with information related to the case can contact the police department at 408-586-2400."
The incident occurred around 1:25 p.m. in the 1500 block of Landess Avenue in Milpitas. A group of 10 to 15 people rushed into the store and attempted to steal jewelry. The store owner and an employee were the only ones inside at the time. The owner discharged a legally owned firearm during the confrontation. No injuries were reported and no jewelry appeared to have been stolen. The suspects left the scene before officers arrived and remain at large. An investigation is underway. Anyone with information can contact the police at 408-586-2400 or submit anonymous tips online or via the crime tip hotline at 408-586-2500.
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