LAPD Detectives Dismantle Transnational Organized Crime Group Responsible for Nationwide Jewelry Thefts NR26009jc

January 22, 2026

LAPD Detectives Dismantle Transnational Organized
Crime Group Responsible for Nationwide Jewelry Thefts

Los Angeles: On January 21, 2026, Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) Detectives assigned to Rampart Division and with assistance from LAPD Wilshire Division Detectives, the Glendale Police Department, Arcadia Police Department, Pasadena Police Department, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, and the Jewelers’ Security Alliance, concluded a month-long investigation into a series of grand thefts.

A search warrant was served related to a grand theft incident that occurred in Rampart Division on December 16, 2025. On December 17, 2025, a news segment aired regarding the incident that generated investigative leads and prompted the initiation of a coordinated multi-agency investigation.

As a result of the investigation, detectives identified several members of a transnational organized crime group believed to be responsible for multiple thefts targeting jewelry and retail businesses across the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada. Investigators believe the group has been active since at least 2016.

During the service of the search warrant, detectives recovered watches, jewelry, and clothing believed to be stolen during these incidents. In addition, numerous fraudulent forms of identification, passports, and other related documents were seized.

Detectives are requesting the public and outside law enforcement agency assistance in identifying additional crimes these individuals were involved in, as well as any jewelry stores or retail businesses that recognize the recovered property. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the LAPD.

Please see the attached photos of individuals identified during the investigation, along with items of evidence recovered:

Anyone with any information including the whereabouts of the outstanding suspects is asked to contact Rampart Detective Hidalgo, Jose, Serial No. 37533, at (213) 713-2932. During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877LAPD-24-7 (877-527-3247). Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call the L.A. Regional CrimeStoppers at 800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477) or go directly to www.lacrimestoppers.org. Lastly, tipsters may also download the “P3 Tips” mobile application and select the L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers as their local program.