Multiple people arrested in jewelry theft ring at Connecticut mall – NBC Connecticut

A federal indictment charges seven people for their apparent involvement in an organized jewelry theft ring that targeted mall stores, including one in Connecticut.

The U.S. Attorney's Office said a federal grand jury issued an indictment on July 16, which was partially unsealed this week.

It alleges that several men and women robbed jewelry stores and kiosks in shopping centers and then transported the stolen goods or proceeds across state borders.

Three men and one woman were arrested for their role in the theft ring. Three more are currently being sought by police.

The indictment states that several people broke into jewelry stores in the Connecticut Post Mall in Milford.

Jewelry stores in other states, including New Jersey and New York, were also affected. Authorities said more than $1.28 million worth of jewelry was stolen.

The four detainees are accused of, among other things, conspiracy and interstate transportation of stolen property.

Several law enforcement agencies are assisting in the investigation, including the FBI's Transnational Organized Crime Task Force in New Haven and the Milford Police Department.