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Judge Sets $8 Million Bail for Suspect in San Ramon Jewelry Heist

Prosecutors estimate $1.7 million was taken with most suspects still at large.

Overview

  • Jimmy Mack Ray, 27, pleaded not guilty at his arraignment to 13 counts of second-degree robbery and one count of conspiracy.
  • Prosecutors allege a coordinated scheme that used stolen vehicles, smashed display cases with pickaxes, and a gun fired to breach a locked door.
  • Three adults are charged with robbery and conspiracy with value-based enhancements, and prosecutors say a juvenile is also being prosecuted.
  • Investigators say about 20 to 25 people participated and only a small portion of the stolen jewelry has been recovered.
  • Police ended risky vehicle pursuits as air units tracked suspects into Alameda County, leading to several detentions and partial property recovery.