Overview
- The 32-year-old suspect was arrested inside Partridge Jewellers in central Auckland minutes after the alleged Nov. 28 theft.
- Officers kept the man under constant observation in custody under a duty of care until the item reemerged Thursday night without medical intervention.
- A police photo shows the pendant on its gold chain with the price tag intact, indicating a value of more than NZ$33,000 (about US$19,000).
- The Fabergé x 007 Octopussy egg locket is a limited-edition piece crafted from gold with diamonds and sapphires and opens to reveal a miniature gold octopus.
- The suspect remains detained ahead of a Dec. 8 Auckland District Court appearance, with charging records also noting earlier alleged thefts including an iPad and household items.